Variety:
100% Syrah
Origin:
This wine is obtained from the best Syrah grapes grown in San Pedro’s vineyards located in Cachapoal Valley. This is a Single Vineyard planted in an area of piedmont with clay soils with many stones in the first 50 centimeters of soil. The vineyard is a vertical trellis system with controlled drip irrigation.
Climate:
2007 was an atypical year. Temperatures were lower than normal, and the red varieties were generally harvested at least 10 days later than in a normal year. The average alcohol levels were 1° lower than normal, and the acidity higher, which aided in color and freshness.
Harvest:
Grapes were hand picked on April 25th and 26th. The vineyard yield was 8 tons per hectare approximately.
Vinification:
Cold skin contact for 5 days. Alcoholic fermentation with selected yeasts and controlled temperature between 26° C to 28°C. 6 shorts pump over per day in order to keep wet skins to avoid a very slow and gentle extraction. 28 days maceration. 12 months aging in French (95%) and American (5%) oak barrels, of which about 50% of which are first use and the rest second and third use.
Tasting:
Color: Great intensity of color with a young and vibrant purple hue.
Aroma: Intense fruity and spicy nose, plenty of blackberries plums, with ripe and sweets notes and hints of vanilla, chocolate and blond tobacco.
Palate: Great structure with a lot of fruits and balance. It is also elegant with marked but soft tannins which provide a great volume with a slightly smoky and at the same time fruity, long and persistent finish.
Analysis:
Alcohol: 14.5%
pH: 3.57
RS: 3.28 g/L
TA: 5.44 g/L (C4H6O6)
VA: 0.53 g/L
Serving suggestions:
The perfect accompaniment for lamb, game, roasted and grilled meats, and exotic dishes. Serve at 17º.
