Casillero Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years of the vintage release to appreciate its vibrant fruit character.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, mature cheddar cheese
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Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva is one of the world's most famous Chilean wines, steeped in a legendary tale dating back to the late 19th century. To protect his finest private cellar collection from thieves, founder Don Melchor de Concha y Toro spread the rumor that the devil himself guarded the cellar. The ruse worked, and the legend of the 'Devil's Cellar' was born. Sourced primarily from Chile's fertile Central Valley, this wine is celebrated for its consistent quality and classic expression of Chilean terroir. The grapes benefit from a Mediterranean climate with warm, sunny days and cooling breezes from the Andes and Pacific. It is traditionally aged in French and American oak barrels, yielding a structured, smooth red wine characterized by rich black fruit flavors, gentle tannins, and subtle notes of vanilla and toasted wood.
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Founded in 1883 by Don Melchor de Santiago Concha y Toro and his wife, Emiliana Subercaseaux, Viña Concha y Toro is Chile's most historic and globally recognized winery, headquartered in the picturesque commune of Pirque within the Maipo Valley. Under the stewardship of the Guilisasti family since the mid-20th century, the estate has expanded its reach across Chile's premier terroirs, from the coastal breezes of Casablanca to the warm, clay-rich soils of Peumo in the Cachapoal Valley. The winery is celebrated for its pioneering spirit and commitment to sustainability, producing world-class wines that showcase the diverse microclimates of Chile. Their portfolio is anchored by iconic expressions such as the critically acclaimed Carmín de Peumo Carmenere, the terroir-driven Terrunyo line, and the legendary, globally beloved Casillero del Diablo range.