2018 Los Vascos "Cromas", Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley, ChileABOUT THIS WINECabernet sauvignon 85%, Syrah 10%, Carmnre 5%The name, Cromas, was inspired by the colors of nature to reflect how this wine expresses the message of the soil it is coming from and the know how of the Los Vascos team. Cabernet Sauvignon is harvested late in the season when the leaves have already changed color and the estate is already dressed in its vibrant autumn shades. This wine sees 12 months in 50% new barrels. Serving

these organic Medjool dates bring a natural treat to this curated box

of course with the exception of the punch-downs…which are by foot

Hailed as the standard-bearer of Italian enology

as each cuvée calls for a highly individualized élévage

and only within the means of a fortunate few

The story has it that once in the past

with the ambition of creating a vine-growing and winemaking business with the help of an uncle who lived in California

the youngest vines for this cuvée are 25 years of age with the oldest being 90 years old

Soft pressing of grapes and temperature-controlled fermentation of the must

Montmains is forward in its youth

Olivier came to appreciate the rich history of Rioja

with an emphasis on preserving freshness and high-toned aromatics