Description
Located 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean, La Ronciere’s ambitious 500 acre Idahue Estate is their vision for the future. Prevailing coastal breezes, abundant sunshine, and rolling hills of ancient soils culminate in a privileged climatic and geological landscape. Years of research and a forward-looking approach drove the successful effort that saw Licanten granted D.O. status in 2018. The region’s potential is just being unlocked, and already the wines speak for themselves in a recognizable way, managing concentration and nuance in an expressly vibrant manner.
Selected from the sustainably certified parcels in the Idahue Estate. Located 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean, La Ronciere’s ambitious 500 acre Idahue Estate is their vision for the future. Prevailing coastal breezes, abundant sunshine, and rolling hills of ancient soils culminate in a privileged climatic and geological landscape. Years of research and a forward-looking approach drove the successful effort that saw Licanten granted D.O. status in 2018.
Hand-harvested and field-sorted. An additional sorting occurs at the winery before the grapes are fermented in temperature controlled micro-fermentation tanks over 7 days. Post fermentation, the wine macerates on-skins for an additional 30 days. Aged in French oak barrels for 10 months (30% new).
Deep red in color with outstanding depth. The fine-grained tannins contribute to notably silky textures on the palate and beautifully integrate Carménère’s defining green/vegetal signature. Rich plum and blackberry unfold to notes of tobacco, mineral, dried flowers and herbs. A bright and precise example of Chile’s iconic variety.
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