96 points. - James Suckling
92 points. - Wine Enthusiast
This is one of Chile’s most celebrated premium Syrah expressions, sourced from the steep, granite-rich slopes of Apalta in the Colchagua Valley. Bold, concentrated and dramatic in style, it opens with intense aromas of blackberry, blueberry, black plum and dark cherry, layered with violet, black pepper, smoked meat, cocoa, cedar, vanilla and subtle earthy spice. The palate is full-bodied and powerful, yet polished, with ripe dark fruit, firm but refined tannins, fresh acidity and a long, savoury finish that gives the wine both richness and definition. This is a serious, age-worthy Syrah for collectors and lovers of full-bodied reds, pairing beautifully with grilled lamb, ribeye steak, beef short ribs, roast game, barbecued meats, pepper-crusted beef and aged hard cheeses. A flagship Chilean Syrah with depth, structure and impressive cellar potential.