Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Fig

Notes of: Prune

Notes of: Sour Cherry

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Smoky

Alhambra

Alhambra Single Vineyard Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

Argentina, Mendoza

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.8

Regularly Reviewed

Price not available

WINE DESCRIPTION

Alhambra Single Vineyard Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine produced by Alhambra Estate, a renowned winery located in the heart of the Maipo Valley in Chile. This wine is made from grapes grown in a single vineyard, which is known for its unique terroir and ideal growing conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyard features well-draining soils, ample sunlight, and cool breezes from the nearby Andes Mountains. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels for 12 months. The resulting wine is a full-bodied and complex Cabernet Sauvignon, with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, and vanilla, and a long, smooth finish. It is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate the art of winemaking and the unique characteristics of a single vineyard.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Alhambra Single Vineyard Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon is deep ruby in color, with a nose of blackberry, cassis, and tobacco, that give way to hints of mocha, clove and allspice.On the palate, the wine is bold and full-bodied, with ripe tannins and a long finish. The flavors of dark fruits, earth, and spice mingle together in a complex and balanced blend. This is a truly stunning bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon that is sure to impress.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Alhambra

Region: Mendoza

Mendoza is the largest wine-producing region in Argentina, located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, producing some of the country's most renowned wines. With a long history of winemaking, Mendoza is now one of the most important wine regions in South America. The territory of Mendoza can be divided into five large sub-regions, which give the varieties their particular characteristics: Valle de Uco GI, integrated by the departments of Tunuyán, Tupungato and San Carlos; Primera Zona, which includes the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú; the Northern oasis (Lavalle and Las Heras), the East (San Martín, Rivadavia, Junín, Santa Rosa and La Paz) and the South (San Rafael, Malargüe and General Alvear), covering practically the entire provincial geography. Mendoza has been producing wine since the 16th century, when Spanish settlers first brought vines to the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of both red and white wines, with a focus on Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Torrontés. In recent years, Mendoza has become a leader in sustainable winemaking, with many producers focusing on organic and biodynamic practices.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.8

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