De Gras Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 (Chile)
| Wine Details | |
|---|---|
| Grape Variety | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Price per bottle | $15.99 |
| Price per case | $191.88 |
| Cellaring | Keep for 2 to 3 years. |
| Service Temperature | 16 to 18 Degrees Celcius |
Description & Tasting Notes
The rich red hues of our Cabernet label bring to mind the warmth and passion that infuse Chile.s history, heritage and culture. Description Appearance :Bright red to purple. Aromas :Cassis, blackberries a hint of clove and some coffee beans. Flavours :Medium to full bodied. Balanced acidity with the sweetness of alcohol. Structured mid palate. Very smooth finish. Varietal Composition :100% Cabernet Sauvignon Appellation :Colchagua Vineyards :89% MontGras, San José Estate 11% Linderos, Maipo Valley Trellis System :Vertical shoot positioning & Lyre Soil Type :Clay Loam Age of Vines :3 - 15 years Vinification Process Harvest Date :Grapes were handpicked and selected on April 2004. Yeast PDM Fermentation Temperature :Between 27º and 29º C Pump-Overs : 2 - 3 per day Total Skin Contact :5 - 15 days Filtration : Earth, pad and sterile bottling. Ageing Process Wine / Blend in Oak :10% Time in Oak :9 months Age of Oak :100% second use Analysis Alcohol : 14% Residual Sugar :2.89 gr/lt Total Acidity : 4.64 gr/lt (as tartaric acid) pH : 3.72
Food Match
Winemaker.s Comments - Sven Bruchfeld Making great wines is easy. One just needs good quality grapes. To make a good quality Varietal Cabernet, one needs to make sure the raw materials (grapes) are nice and clean.
