Syrah Gran Reserva
Syrah

2019 Gran Reserva

Vineyard
  • Valley: Colchagua Valley (Entre Cordilleras)
Vintage & Harvest

Blend: Syrah grapes, from ungrafted selected clones of pre-phylloxera French rootstock.

Harvest:

April 12th, 2019.

Hand-picked in 18 Kg. boxes and carried to the winery immediately after cutting.

Carefully selected before processing.

 

Winemaking
Vinification:

  • Fermented to dryness in 12,000 to 15,000 liter open stainless steel tanks for 8 days at 24-28°C controlled temperature with selected yeasts
  • Extended skin maceration for additional 10 days 100% malolactic fermentation
  • Aged in 225 liter French oak barrels for 12 months

Roberto Echeverria Jr has been the Chief Winemaker at Vina Echeverria since 2001. Inspired by his French heritage, Roberto’s signature style produces wines with a combination of Old World elegance and New World energy. More European viticultural techniques include timely harvesting to avoid over ripeness and therefore good balance and control of alcohol levels. Focus is on French varietals, barrels and yeasts, as well as longer fermentation and aging in barrels, and diverse blending.

Tasting Notes
Deep garnet red with violet gleams. A highly aromatic Syrah with fresh fruit aromas of Summer berries. Hints of bitter chocolate combine with smoky notes of black pepper. Round, velvety and full-bodied on the palate, this wine has an elegant and delightful fruity finish.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with grilled or roasted red meats. Lamb tagine, steak, barbecued meat, spicy sausage or venison.
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