Mediterraneo
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb with herbs, grilled Mediterranean vegetables, duck confit
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted as part of Viña Morandé's pioneering exploration of Chile's diverse terroirs, the Mediterraneo is a groundbreaking red blend that challenges the traditional Cabernet-dominated landscape of the Central Valley. Inspired by the warm, sun-drenched Mediterranean-like climate of Chile's coastal and valley hillsides, this wine is a field-blend style homage to the southern Rhône. It artfully combines red varieties like Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, and Mourvèdre with a touch of white Rhône grapes like Roussanne and Marsanne, which are co-fermented to lift the aromatics and soften the texture. Aged in a combination of old oak foudres and concrete eggs, the wine emphasizes vibrant fruit purity, savory complexity, and a bright, mineral-driven acidity that reflects the ancient soils of the region. It stands as a testament to Morandé's restless spirit of innovation and their historical role in redefining Chilean viticulture.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1996 by visionary winemaker Pablo Morandé—widely recognized for pioneering cool-climate viticulture in the Casablanca Valley—Viña Morandé stands among Chile's most inventive and respected wine producers. Operating across premier terroirs spanning the Casablanca, Maipo, Cachapoal, and Maule valleys, the estate blends traditional craftsmanship with relentless innovation, utilizing unconventional aging vessels such as concrete eggs, ceramic amphorae, and large French oak foudres. The winery produces a comprehensive spectrum of red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines, highlighted by the benchmark Gran Reserva series, terroir-driven Terrarum range, and the flagship Bordeaux-style blend, House of Morandé. Guided by a philosophy of authentic terroir expression and stylistic daring, Morandé consistently showcases the dynamic potential and regional diversity of contemporary Chilean viticulture.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre, Roussanne, Marsanne
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5-14.5%