Almaviva 2020
Almaviva 2020 originates from Chile, within the Puente Alto subregion of the renowned Maipo Valley. The estate is a prestigious joint venture established in 1996 between Baroness Philippine de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild and Eduardo Guilisasti Tagle of Viña Concha y Toro. The winery's philosophy is rooted in the French 'château' concept, which emphasizes a single exceptional terroir, a dedicated winery, and a team focused on technical excellence. This fusion of Hispanic and French traditions is reflected in the name, which pays homage to Count Almaviva from Beaumarchais' 'The Marriage of Figaro'.
Wine Description
The 2020 vintage of Almaviva is a deep, intense, and vibrant ruby red. The sensory profile is complex and layered, with a generous bouquet of ripe blackberries, cassis, and wild strawberries associated with mineral hints and delicate notes of violet, vanilla, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine demonstrates outstanding balance, density, and structure, characterized by a voluptuous texture and refined, well-ripened tannins.
Varietal Composition: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Carménère, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot.
Stylistic Notes: The 2020 release marks the 25th anniversary bottling and is noted for its tension and taut texture, having been aged for 20 months in French oak barrels (73% new).
ABV: 14.9% to 15%.
Organic Status: Not specified as organic; however, the winery employs meticulous manual and optical sorting of grapes and gravity-fed processes without the use of pumps.
Food Pairing
The robust structure and dark fruit profile of Almaviva 2020 make it an excellent companion for rich, savory dishes.
Meats: It stands up well to grilled Wagyu, ribeye steak, and game meats.
Savoury & Rich: Suggested pairings include slow-braised short ribs, where the collagen and depth tame youthful tannins, or dishes featuring mushroom and truffle-based sauces.
Cheese: Complements aged, nutty, and firm cheeses such as 18–24 month cheddar, Comté, or aged Gouda.
Dessert: Pairs with 70–85% dark chocolate or a flourless dark chocolate torte, where the bittersweet profile harmonizes with the wine's cacao and cassis notes.
Vintage Quality
The 2020 vintage in Puente Alto was characterized by exceptionally dry conditions, with 75% less rain than usual between May and September. This led to an earlier harvest than normal, particularly for the Carménère, which was picked five weeks ahead of schedule to preserve freshness. Despite the heat and drought, the resulting wine is not 'green' but rather possesses more tension than previous dry years like 2017. The winemaker's skill in managing the water stress resulted in a concentrated vintage with well-polished tannins and remarkable harmony.
Almaviva 2020 originates from Chile, within the Puente Alto subregion of the renowned Maipo Valley. The estate is a prestigious joint venture established in 1996 between Baroness Philippine de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild and Eduardo Guilisasti Tagle of Viña Concha y Toro. The winery's philosophy is rooted in the French 'château' concept, which emphasizes a single exceptional terroir, a dedicated winery, and a team focused on technical excellence. This fusion of Hispanic and French traditions is reflected in the name, which pays homage to Count Almaviva from Beaumarchais' 'The Marriage of Figaro'.
Wine Description
The 2020 vintage of Almaviva is a deep, intense, and vibrant ruby red. The sensory profile is complex and layered, with a generous bouquet of ripe blackberries, cassis, and wild strawberries associated with mineral hints and delicate notes of violet, vanilla, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine demonstrates outstanding balance, density, and structure, characterized by a voluptuous texture and refined, well-ripened tannins.
Varietal Composition: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Carménère, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot.
Stylistic Notes: The 2020 release marks the 25th anniversary bottling and is noted for its tension and taut texture, having been aged for 20 months in French oak barrels (73% new).
ABV: 14.9% to 15%.
Organic Status: Not specified as organic; however, the winery employs meticulous manual and optical sorting of grapes and gravity-fed processes without the use of pumps.
Food Pairing
The robust structure and dark fruit profile of Almaviva 2020 make it an excellent companion for rich, savory dishes.
Meats: It stands up well to grilled Wagyu, ribeye steak, and game meats.
Savoury & Rich: Suggested pairings include slow-braised short ribs, where the collagen and depth tame youthful tannins, or dishes featuring mushroom and truffle-based sauces.
Cheese: Complements aged, nutty, and firm cheeses such as 18–24 month cheddar, Comté, or aged Gouda.
Dessert: Pairs with 70–85% dark chocolate or a flourless dark chocolate torte, where the bittersweet profile harmonizes with the wine's cacao and cassis notes.
Vintage Quality
The 2020 vintage in Puente Alto was characterized by exceptionally dry conditions, with 75% less rain than usual between May and September. This led to an earlier harvest than normal, particularly for the Carménère, which was picked five weeks ahead of schedule to preserve freshness. Despite the heat and drought, the resulting wine is not 'green' but rather possesses more tension than previous dry years like 2017. The winemaker's skill in managing the water stress resulted in a concentrated vintage with well-polished tannins and remarkable harmony.
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$76.02Description
Almaviva 2020 originates from Chile, within the Puente Alto subregion of the renowned Maipo Valley. The estate is a prestigious joint venture established in 1996 between Baroness Philippine de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild and Eduardo Guilisasti Tagle of Viña Concha y Toro. The winery's philosophy is rooted in the French 'château' concept, which emphasizes a single exceptional terroir, a dedicated winery, and a team focused on technical excellence. This fusion of Hispanic and French traditions is reflected in the name, which pays homage to Count Almaviva from Beaumarchais' 'The Marriage of Figaro'.
Wine Description
The 2020 vintage of Almaviva is a deep, intense, and vibrant ruby red. The sensory profile is complex and layered, with a generous bouquet of ripe blackberries, cassis, and wild strawberries associated with mineral hints and delicate notes of violet, vanilla, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine demonstrates outstanding balance, density, and structure, characterized by a voluptuous texture and refined, well-ripened tannins.
Varietal Composition: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Carménère, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot.
Stylistic Notes: The 2020 release marks the 25th anniversary bottling and is noted for its tension and taut texture, having been aged for 20 months in French oak barrels (73% new).
ABV: 14.9% to 15%.
Organic Status: Not specified as organic; however, the winery employs meticulous manual and optical sorting of grapes and gravity-fed processes without the use of pumps.
Food Pairing
The robust structure and dark fruit profile of Almaviva 2020 make it an excellent companion for rich, savory dishes.
Meats: It stands up well to grilled Wagyu, ribeye steak, and game meats.
Savoury & Rich: Suggested pairings include slow-braised short ribs, where the collagen and depth tame youthful tannins, or dishes featuring mushroom and truffle-based sauces.
Cheese: Complements aged, nutty, and firm cheeses such as 18–24 month cheddar, Comté, or aged Gouda.
Dessert: Pairs with 70–85% dark chocolate or a flourless dark chocolate torte, where the bittersweet profile harmonizes with the wine's cacao and cassis notes.
Vintage Quality
The 2020 vintage in Puente Alto was characterized by exceptionally dry conditions, with 75% less rain than usual between May and September. This led to an earlier harvest than normal, particularly for the Carménère, which was picked five weeks ahead of schedule to preserve freshness. Despite the heat and drought, the resulting wine is not 'green' but rather possesses more tension than previous dry years like 2017. The winemaker's skill in managing the water stress resulted in a concentrated vintage with well-polished tannins and remarkable harmony.
