Albis - Haras de Pirque

Albis - Haras de PirqueThe powerful Albis in HK from Haras de Pirque glides into the glass with a dense purplish red. If you give it some air by swirling, this red wine reveals great concentration and richness, which shows in pronounced church windows on the rim of the glass. The bouquet of this red wine from the Valle del Maipo delights with hints of blackcurrant, mulberry, blackberry, and blueberry. Following the aromatic profile further, vanilla, sun-warmed rock, and gingerbread spice are added, supported by the influence of oak. This wine excites with its elegantly dry taste profile. It was bottled with only 2.4 grams of residual sugar. This is a genuine quality wine that clearly stands out from simpler qualities and thus, despite all its dryness, this Chilean enchants with the finest balance. Excellent flavor simply does not necessarily require sugar. Thanks to its lively acidity, Albis in HK presents itself on the palate as exceptionally fresh and vibrant. The finish of this well-ageable red wine from the Valle del Maipo wine-growing region finally convinces with a beautiful aftertaste. Vinification of Haras de Pirque Albis in HK The powerful Albis in HK from Chile is a cuvée, organically produced from the grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon and Carménère. The fact that the Cabernet Sauvignon and Carménère grapes thrive under the influence of a warm climate also has a considerable impact on the ripening of the grapes. This is reflected, among other things, in particularly well-ripened grapes and a comparatively high alcohol content in the wine. After being harvested by hand, the grapes are quickly brought to the winery. There they are selected and gently crushed. This is followed by fermentation in large wooden vats at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, Albis in HK is matured for another 18 months in French oak barrels. Food recommendation for Haras de Pirque Albis in HK This Chilean red wine is best enjoyed at a temperate 15–18°C. It is perfectly suited as a companion to boiled fillet of veal with beans and tomatoes, lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs, or stuffed bell peppers. Awards for Albis in HK from Haras de Pirque This wine from Valle del Maipo not only convinces us; renowned wine journalists have also awarded it 90 points and more. Among the reviews for the 2018 vintage are James Suckling – 92 points Wine Spectator – 93 points