UndurragaAltazor 2020

Name: Altazor
Brand: Undurraga
SKU: VIN-020447
Price: 319.8 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product code: 20447

£53.30 inc VAT

£319.80 / case of 6

Red Wine from
Maipo Valley, Chile

Country: Chile

Region: Maipo Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Undurraga

Alcohol: 14%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Rafael Urrejola

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Carmenère, 3% Carignan

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Country: Chile

Region: Maipo Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Undurraga

Alcohol: 14%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Rafael Urrejola

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Carmenère, 3% Carignan

Product Notes

Undurraga Altazor is a captivating Chilean wine, offering a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, and Petit Verdot. Originating from the revered Maipo Valley vineyards, this exquisite wine enchants with a heady bouquet of ripe black fruits, cedar wood, and subtle spice. The palate is ever-complex, featuring intense, elegant layers of dark chocolate, ripe blackberries, and elegant tannins, supported by balanced acidity. With its impressive structure, full-bodied profile, and lengthy, velvety finish, Undurraga Altazor is a wine to be truly savoured. Ideal for contemplative evenings or to elevate casual get-togethers.

Tasting Notes

An exceptional wine revealing expressive aromatic layers, balanced concentration and wonderful complexity. Deep red fruits and cassis are underpinned by mineral notes, graphite and tobacco. The structured palate shows depth of flavour and integrated tannins, through to an everlasting finish. Serve with rich red meats or mature cheese.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of the Maipo Valley in Chile, Undurraga Winery boasts a prestigious and renowned heritage. With roots dating back to 1885, the winery breathes an air of history and tradition, plucked right out of the pages of the past. Over the years, this iconic winery has significantly contributed to the global recognition and appreciation of Chilean wine.

The wine production at Undurraga is a harmonious blend of traditional methods and modern, state-of-the-art equipment. Its dedication to quality is unwavering, so it mandates the strictest vineyard management policies to yield only the best fruit. Its 1,854 hectares of vineyards are carefully located in the most suitable valleys, including Maipo, Colchagua, Cachapoal, Leyda and Maule.

Aesthetically speaking, Undurraga Winery is an astonishing sight of grape-laden vines, flourishing against an exquisite panorama of vast, lush greens and stark clear skies. The winery also features a dedicated area localled called "Aliwen", which exhibits native trees and plants of Chile, complementing the environmental aesthetic with breathtaking biodiversity.

Undurraga holds the distinction, of standing as the longest functioning winery in Chile, with over 130 years of uninterrupted winemaking. Despite its generous age, the winery continually strives to craft elegant and innovative wine, embarking on an exciting journey from grape to glass. Its commitment to quality and attention to detail has garnered Undurraga, notable international acclaim and numerous industry awards.

Guided winery tours are one of the many attractions at Undurraga. These provide a fascinating insight into the winemaking process, culminating in a tasting of a selection of their superior wines. Visitors can immerse themselves in the soul of Undurraga, tasting its essence with every sip taken.

In essence, the Undurraga Winery promises an extraordinary experience that exquisitely combines history, culture, nature and of course, exceptional wine. For those truly passionate about the vine, it is an unmissable destination. Truly a gem in the idyllic Chilean wine landscape.

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