Chile, Limarí Valley
Syrah
Description
Vigorous and full of personality, Cono Sur 20 Barrels Syrah captivates at first sight with its intense ruby red color and voluptuous body. Its aromas of black fruits, blackberries and plums mingle harmoniously with spicy notes and a chocolate finish. In mouth, it is a full-bodied wine, soft and creamy ? qualities that make it a perfect ambassador for Chilean viticulture´s new paradise: the Limarí Valley
Awards
89 pts Decanter Points
Bronze Decanter Medal
Silver International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC)
95 pts Descorchados Wine Guide
92 pts James Suckling
8.5 pts De Grote Hamersma
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
Destemmed: Yes 100 % (without crushing)
Vineyard
Appellation: Limarí . Estate: Los Almendro Estate . Climate: Cool climate, with cloudless days, a lot of sunlight, and very little rain.
Soil Type
Soil: Alluvial and colluvial soil, low fertility. High minerality and salinity.
Viticulture
Viticulture practices: Vertical trellis system, drip irrigation and integrate management.
Maturation
AGING PROCESS IN BARRELS % in oak: Barrels 50% Fudre 50% Cooperage: Taransaud - Sylvain Mac Grenier Age of barrels: 50 % New 50 % 2 Used Type of oak: 100% French oak Level of toast: Medium toast Aging Time: 16 Months Temperature: 12 °C
Aromas
Taste
Palate
Great concentration, balanced, juicy with long and persistent tannins.
Food Pairing
All meats, barbecued fillet steak, smoked beef and pasta salad.
