Product Description
Wine Spectator Review
Rated 96
#1 TOP 100 WINES OF 2024
A remarkable effort that channels the finesse of the vintage with rich, muscular edges, offering a base of graphite and cassis notes that gather around elegant layers of dried rosemary and white pepper. The richly textured core of raspberry and plum flavors show precision and just enough acidity to keep things sailing onto the finish around well-integrated tannins and touches of cocoa. Best from 2026 through 2040.
James Suckling Review
Rated 99
Ashy graphite, cassis, iron, blackberries and a hint of cigar box and chocolate. Lots of violets, too. Rich and intense with a full-bodied palate. Showing density and very fine but structured tannins. Long and intense finish with lots of flavors. 93% cabernet sauvignon, 4% cabernet franc and 3% merlot. One of the best over the last few years. Drinkable now, but will fledge and hold very well in the next 20 years.
Don Melchor Puente Alto Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
The 2021 Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon from the renowned Puente Alto Vineyard in Chile's Maipo Valley is a world-class expression of elegance, complexity, and age-worthy structure. This flagship wine is crafted with meticulous precision, showcasing the unique terroir at the foothills of the Andes.
Tasting Notes:
- Aroma: Blackcurrant, plum, and dark cherry layered with graphite, cedar, and floral notes
- Palate: Rich and structured with flavors of ripe blackberry, cassis, tobacco leaf, and subtle minerality
- Finish: Long and polished with silky tannins and a touch of dark chocolate
Additional Information:
- Varietal Composition: 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Merlot
- ABV: 14.8%
Food Pairing:
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Grilled ribeye, lamb chops, wild mushroom risotto, or aged cheeses
A benchmark Chilean Cabernet, Don Melchor 2021 is a luxurious wine that rewards both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring.
