Cordillera Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release, though outstanding vintages can cellar well for up to 10 years.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, or aged hard cheeses.
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Miguel Torres Chile was a pioneer in modernizing Chilean viticulture when they established their presence in 1979. The 'Cordillera' range is crafted to showcase the exceptional, site-specific terroirs of Chile's diverse valleys. For this Cabernet Sauvignon, Torres sources fruit from the stony, well-drained alluvial terraces of the Maipo Valley, a region globally celebrated for its world-class Cabernet. The vineyards benefit from the dramatic diurnal temperature shifts created by cooling breezes descending from the Andes Mountains. This unique microclimate allows the grapes to ripen slowly, preserving natural acidity and developing signature notes of blackcurrant, mint, and eucalyptus. The wine is aged in French oak barrels (with a portion of new oak) for approximately 12 months, imparting refined structure, spice, and elegant, well-integrated tannins.
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Founded in 1870 by Jaime and Miguel Torres Vendrell in Vilafranca del Penedès, Catalonia, Familia Torres is one of Spain's most historic and influential wine dynasties. Under the pioneering leadership of fourth-generation patriarch Miguel A. Torres, the family revolutionized Spanish winemaking by introducing stainless steel fermentation and international varieties, while also expanding globally to Chile in 1979 with Miguel Torres Chile. Today, the estate is celebrated for its commitment to regenerative viticulture, climate change mitigation, and the recovery of ancestral grape varieties. Their diverse portfolio spans iconic Catalan labels like Gran Coronas to acclaimed Chilean expressions like Manso Velasco and the Santa Digna range, showcasing a masterful blend of traditional heritage and modern innovation.