Item Number: 6388 UPC: 0835603002256

Country: Chile
Region: Central Valley Sub Region: Maule
Appellation/AVA: Maule Valley
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vintage: 2012
Grape(s): 50% Carmenere / 30% Cabernet Sauvignon / 20% Merlot
Type: Wine - Red
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 12
Closure: Screwcap
Case Production: 2,000
Alc by Vol(%): 13.8
Total Acidity: 3.70
pH: 3.55
Soil Type: Sand and clay
Elevation: 656 feet
Winemaking Notes: Canto Sur is modeled after the blends from Bordeaux's Left Bank. Destemmed, cold soaked for 2-5 days, 4-5 daily punchdowns, 100% malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, aged 58 days, fining and filtration.

Tasting Notes: Dark ruby red color. Aromas of ripe fruit with hints of spice, cayenne, tobacco and roasted coffee beans. A fruity wine with elegant tannins and toasted oak notes on the finish. Very pleasant mouthfeel with great structure and balance. Enjoy with steak, BBQ and aged cheese.

Valley Information: There are two faces to the Maule Valley - northern Maule and southern Maule (around Cauquenes). To the north, its beautiful rolling hills with granitic soils on top and clay structure below allow for deep root development and are perfect for growing Bordeaux varieties. The southern part is filled with small family old-vine vineyards - dry-farmed Carignane, Malbec, and Pais are found. Generally, in Maule, the region receives sufficient rain so that irrigation is not necessary. The wines are characterized by bright acidity and juicy fruit.