Parcela 7

Technical sheet

Varieties

Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.

Parcela #7 is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. All of these grape varieties unite in harmony and the wine attains a remarkably elegant balance. The palate is velvety with fine tannins. A wine to drink and drink...

Denomination of Origin

Panquehue, Aconcagua Valley, Chile. This is a very small sub-appellation of the Aconcagua Valley in Chile and one of the most exclusive and prestigious areas in Chile for the production of red Bordeaux varieties.

Terroir

Climate: Panquehue is located between two mountain ranges, Andes Mountains and Coastal Range. It’s very close to the Aconcagua river, which helps to moderate the temperature.

This is a dry mediterranean climate with 320 days of clear sky. Very low humidity during the ripening season (> 20%) and cool night temperature (> 15%). Refreshing breeze during the afternoons.

Soil: Deep sedimentary soil; rich in organic material with low density and high porosity and high water retention perfect for Carmenere, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. On the slopes, poor soil and rocky, specially suited to Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Vineyard

High planting density (5500 vines per hectare), planted in 1998. Vertical shoot system drip irrigation.

Yield

9.6 tons per hectare.

Tasting notes

It has a subtle red currant and redberry-scented bouquet with touches of sous-bois, hazelnut and aromatic herbs that are very attractive. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and pure red berry fruit mixed with black pepper, sage and cured meats. It is very well-balanced and fresh, the finish supple and in tune with the oak.

Consultant winemaker

Stefano Gandolini