2008 Chile

Another fascinating blend from Bodegas RE, this is made from 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Carignan. 2008 was RE’s second harvest, although they lost their whole 2007 harvest due to the earthquake. This wine has substance and character with lifted notes of redcurrant fruit vying with darker blackcurrant. The tannins are grippy and the finish is savoury and long.

Vinified in large amphorae and later aged in 100% new American oak for 18 months, this was kept in bottle for two years before release.
Catriona Felstead MW -  New World Buyer

This is a beautiful, rounded wine. Made from 100% Carignan, it exudes fresh red and black fruit with a delicious perfume, hinting at violets. The palate is concentrated and long with a toasty note coming through on the finish. It is extremely well made with melting tannins and delicious freshness.

Viña Roja is the name of the vineyard holdings of the famous (in Chile) Soc. Agrícola Santa Elena de Loncomilla in the Maule Valley. The vineyards were bought by the Morande family in 2000 with the objective of bringing life back into the old Carignan vines. Five years later, the project was complete and today these vines are some of the oldest in the area, dry farmed in a sustainable manner. They are over 70 years old, produce tiny quantities of grapes and are considered a real treasure of Chilean viticultural heritage.
Catriona Felstead MW - New World Buyer