Caliterra Tributo Single Vineyard Shiraz

Wine information: Caliterra was established in 1996 as a joint venture between the families of Robert Mondavi and Vina Errazuriz. In January 2004 Vina Errazuriz became the sole owners of Caliterra, at the heart of which is the impressive 1000ha Caliterra Estate. The name Caliterra is taken from 'Calidad' spanish for quality and 'Tierra' - land. The wine making philosophy of Caliterra is to produce fruit driven quality wines. Viña Caliterra is located in the heart of Colchagua, a protected valley southeast of Lago Rapel and adjoining the Apalta Valley, 150 meters above sea level. Crucially a large proportion of this estate, and all new plantings, are on prime hillside sites resulting in high quality fruit and complex wines. This is a blend of 86% Shiraz, 8% Malbec, 4% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was aged in oak barrels, 32% American and 68% French, for a period of fourteen months. In this phase, malolactic fermentation took place.

Tasting Notes: Caliterra Tributo Single Vineyard Shiraz displays a beautiful lively colour. The aromas of red fruit and spices, reveal the distinct personality of this wine. It has a lush and intense aroma profile which overflows the glass. The sweetness of the tannins is beautifully balanced by the natural acidity of the wine and in perfect harmony with the rich bouquet of this wine. The lavish finish is pleasant and long-lingering.

 
     

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