Espinos y Cardos, Los Espinos Merlot Reserva, Central Valley, Chile, 2024

Product code: 3795
Espinos y Cardos, Los Espinos Merlot Reserva, Central Valley, Chile, 2024

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

Vibrant and inviting, this bright ruby red delivers a burst of red berries, wild fruits, juicy plum, and ripe blackberry, all wrapped in a subtle hint of spice. Silky sweet tannins and a smooth, medium-bodied palate lead to a lingering, elegant finish—effortlessly drinkable and endlessly charming.

Food Matching

Sourdough pizza, aubergine melts, cold meats.

Technical Details
Varieties:
Merlot 85%
Carménère 15%

Oak Ageing:

No oak ageing

Features:

Vegetarian
Vegan
Lightweight bottle

ABV:
13%

Closure:
Screw cap

Colour:
Red

Style:
Still wine

Case Size:
6 x 75cl