ErrazurizDon Maximiano Founder's Reserve 2020

Name: Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve
Brand: Errazuriz
SKU: VIN-019707
Price: 366 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product code: 19707

£61.00 inc VAT

£366.00 / case of 6

Red Wine from
Aconcagua Valley, Chile

Country: Chile

Region: Aconcagua Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Errazuriz

Alcohol: 14%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Malbec, Petit Verdot

Grape: 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Malbec, 15% Carmenere, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc

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Country: Chile

Region: Aconcagua Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Errazuriz

Alcohol: 14%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Malbec, Petit Verdot

Grape: 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Malbec, 15% Carmenere, 7% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc

Product Notes

Errazuriz Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve is a prestigious Chilean red wine. It boasts a deep ruby hue, offering an elegant bouquet of black cherries, plums and spices with subtle notes of vanilla and chocolate due to maturation in French oak barrels. This full-bodied wine has robust tannins, is complex, and exceptionally balanced, adorning the palate with a persistent finish. A harmonious blend predominantly of Cabernet Sauvignon, alongside Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Carmenère, this wine is an exquisite tribute to the founder of Viña Errazuriz, Don Maximiano Errázuriz. Perfect for savouring during special occasions or simply for appreciating a superb wine.

Tasting Notes

Of a beautiful ruby red color with violet highlights, the 2017 vintage of Don Maximiano Founder’s Reserve captivates with aromas reminiscent of red fruits such as cherries and raspberries. Further back some nice notes of cocoa and clove appear, culminating with a slight oral hint that reminds of violets. Aligned with what is perceived on the nose, the palate offers cherries, raspberries and cassis flavors, plus the sweet notes of cocoa and clove. Of a wide entrance, it is a generous wine, with good tension and juiciness that provide freshness, framed by mature tannins that marvelously surround the mouth, along with a long and very pleasant persistence

About the Winery

Situated in the tranquil valley of Aconcagua, Chile, you will find the renowned Errazuriz Winery. Named after its founder, Don Maximiano Errázuriz, this winery boasts over 145 years of history. The family’s long-standing passion for winemaking has been passed down through generations, creating wines of exceptional quality and character.

Errazuriz Winery is world-renowned for its innovation and vision for sustainability. It has always been at the forefront of modern winemaking practices in Chile, combining traditional methods with state-of-the-art technology. The vineyard stretches over 100 hectares, showcasing breathtaking landscapes and pristine natural beauty that can be viewed from atop of its iconic hill.

The impressive portfolio of Errazuriz wines includes everything from premium Chardonnay and lush Cabernet Sauvignon to sultry Carménère. Each bottle reflects the distinct terroir of the Aconcagua Valley and the meticulous care given to every vine. These wines are appreciated by experts and enthusiasts alike for their depth, marvellously balanced acidity and mature tannins that add complexity to every sip.

Errazuriz also places immense importance on sustainability, with every part of the winemaking process carefully considered to reduce impact on the environment. The winery uses solar power sources and implements water conservation practices, setting a benchmark for sustainable winemaking in Chile.

In addition to exploring the vineyards and winery, visitors can indulge in guided tours and tastings, gaining first-hand experience of the dedication and craftsmanship that goes into each bottle of Errazuriz wine. Complete the journey with an exquisite meal paired perfectly with the variety of Errazuriz wines in the winery's elegant restaurant.

Overall, a visit to Errazuriz Winery is not simply a wine tasting experience; it is a voyage into the heart of Chilean wine culture That captures the spirit of a family’s love for the art of winemaking.

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