Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
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Grilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shanks, aged Cheddar cheese
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Hailing from the sun-drenched vineyards of Chile's historic Central Valley, the Morandé Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon represents a harmonious marriage of traditional Chilean viticulture and forward-thinking winemaking. The Central Valley, flanked by the towering Andes and the cooling Pacific, provides an extraordinary diurnal temperature range that coaxes intense aromatic complexity and refined structure from the grapes. Pioneered by winemakers who sought to balance rich fruit expression with elegant acidity, this wine is crafted using carefully selected grapes that undergo aging in both French oak barrels and traditional large foudres. This dual aging approach tempers the bold, muscular tannins of the Cabernet Sauvignon, weaving in subtle notes of tobacco, cedar, and spice without overshadowing the vibrant blackcurrant and plum core.
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Founded in 1996 by pioneering winemaker Pablo Morandé, Viña Morandé is a trailblazing Chilean winery renowned for its innovative spirit and commitment to expressing the country's diverse terroirs. Headquartered in Pelequén within the O'Higgins Region, the estate is celebrated for Morandé's historic role in introducing cool-climate viticulture to the Casablanca Valley. The winery employs a forward-thinking production philosophy, utilizing traditional large oak foudres, concrete eggs, and clay amphorae to craft highly expressive, minimal-intervention wines. Their acclaimed portfolio spans from the iconic, estate-grown Bordeaux-style blend House of Morandé to the terroir-driven Gran Reserva and Terrarum lines, showcasing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, and Sauvignon Blanc. The official estate is located at Ruta 5 Sur, Km 122, Pelequén, Malloa, O'Higgins, Chile, and more information can be found at https://www.morande.cl.