Espinos y Cardos, Los Espinos Merlot Reserva, Central Valley, Chile, 2023

Producer Profile

Located between the mountains and the sea, Espinos y Cardos looks to craft subtle, pure expressions of classic international varieties for its white and red wines.

Drawing on vineyards in Casablanca and Curico, Los Espinos combines cutting-edge winemaking with regional typicity to provide a range that relects the beating heart of the country.

Viticulture

From selected vineyard sites across Chile's Central Valley. The cooling influences of the Andes and the Humboldt current together with the diurnal temperature difference here allows for slow ripening so that the grapes develop maximum flavour.

Winemaking

Cold maceration at 10°C for 4 days. Classic alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 28-30°C to preserve aromas and flavour.

Tasting Note

Great value for money, the wine is bright ruby red in colour, with wild red fruits, plum, blackberry and spice exploding in the mouth. A medium body, super sweet tannins and a lovely long finish.

Food Matching

Sourdough pizza, aubergine melts, cold meats.