Name: Copa Del Rey Merlot
Variety: Merlot
Region: Mapio Valley
Country: Chile
Year: 2008
Price: $15 (sale price: $5.95)
Shop Review: “Our winemakers worked in Chile to craft
the Copa del Rey Merlot from the vineyard to the bottle. The latest New World
winemaking techniques were employed to bring out the best of the Maipo Valley
terroir. In the vineyard, extra hang-time allowed the grapes to reach full
physiological ripeness, developing great intensity, depth and structure. In the
cellar, French oak added complexity, body and flavor and our unique
micro-oxygenation treatment was used to soften the tannins and create a rich,
round mouth-feel. This Merlot also benefitted from the latest fining and
filtration techniques which bring forth the full expression of fruit in the
wine.”
My Review: This Merlot was a classic burgundy, deep
red color. Its smell and taste were
similar, both boasting sweet oak and berry flavors. The wine had a nice, smoky taste and a bit of
heat following after. I enjoyed this
wine, but was unfortunately unable to purchase any since it was already sold
out.
I tried this wine without food.
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