When I was first learning about wine and first discovered Chilean wines, I thought Chile was something new on the scene. I never would have guessed that some wineries there had been operating since the 1800’s. I suppose the “new on the scene” perception was due to a combination of my lack of knowledge about wine at the time, but also the reality that Chilean wineries have modernized and re-established themselves on the world stage in the past 15 years.
Certainly that reality rings true with Errázuriz. Viña Errázuriz was established in 1870, but was modernized by the current President of the winery, Eduardo Chadwick, who is the fifth generation of the Errázuriz family since the winery was established.
This cabernet sauvignon is from the Aconcagua Valley region in Chile, which is north of Santiago. The region is most well-known for red wines and cabernet sauvignon is the most planted grape in the region.
Black currants in a cedar chest is a pretty good description of the aromatics from this wine. Although you might also find aromas like leather, cherry and blackberry. The palate has a really nice texture and full, rich flavors, such as black cherry, plum and blackberry. The tannins are quite rich, but not overpowering. However, they do coat your mouth, helping the finish linger for about three days (ok, that’s a slight exaggeration). Overall, this is an outstanding cabernet!
I highly recommend this one.
Wine: Errazuriz Max Reserva
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2010
Alcohol: 14%
Rating: 90
Price: $17.00
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Disclosure: This wine was received as a media sample.