Mediterraneo
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted lamb with herbs, grilled Mediterranean vegetables, duck confit
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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.
🍾 wine.about_producer
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.