Cabernet Sauvignon
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years of vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, hearty beef stew
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the sun-drenched vineyards of Chile's Central Valley, Viña Morandé's Cabernet Sauvignon is a vibrant tribute to the country's rich viticultural heritage. The Central Valley, cradled between the towering Andes Mountains and the cooling Pacific Ocean, benefits from a dramatic diurnal temperature variation that coaxes slow, even ripening from the grapes. This cuvée reflects the pioneering vision of founder Pablo Morandé, who helped redefine Chilean winemaking by exploring diverse microclimates. Crafted with a focus on purity of fruit, this Cabernet Sauvignon captures the classic character of the region, showcasing bright red fruit aromas, subtle notes of fresh herbs, and a smooth, approachable structure. It is fermented to preserve its lively varietal character, with a portion undergoing brief aging to add complexity and roundness without overpowering the fresh fruit profile.
🍾 About the Producer
Viña Morandé was founded in 1996 by visionary winemaker Pablo Morandé, widely celebrated as the viticultural pioneer who introduced commercial vine plantings to the cool, maritime-influenced Casablanca Valley. Now operating under the Morandé Wine Group umbrella with historical headquarters and cellars centered in Pelequén, the estate farms extensively across prime Chilean macro-terroirs ranging from coastal Casablanca and Limarí to the granitic dry-farmed Secano Interior of Maule and Itata. Under the cellar direction of Ricardo Baettig alongside Pablo Morandé, the winery is renowned for innovative technical methods, including early adoption of high-density plantings, concrete eggs, and traditional untoasted foudres. Across whites and sparkling expressions, the house crafts crisp coastal whites and classical cuvées alongside boundary-pushing benchmark bottlings such as Edición Limitada Black Chardonnay, Bestiario, and the noble rot dessert wine Edición Limitada Golden Harvest Sauvignon Blanc, marrying varietal freshness with textural complexity.
🍇 Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon