Viña Los Vascos
At Los Vascos cultivation is at our heart; we cultivate not only vineyards but our dream to transform our vast land into a fruitful eco-system producing the most elegant Chilean wines. We are free spirited but remember our heritage. Our holistic approach encompasses and protects all - from our short-legged sheep clearing weeds without devouring precious grapes to our artisans honing hand-made knives to carefully tend the vines. We embody the Chilean paradox, meticulous in our work, easy going and warm in our personality. We are independent yet proud to cultivate our community because we are stronger and happier together.
The vintage
This season started with extreme temperatures as early as spring, with average low temperatures below the standard, and average high temperatures above 35ºC, mostly in October and November. The summer was very hot as well, with average highs of 37.9ºC. March was cooler, with an average high of 28ºC, which in combination with a large number of cloudy days slowed down the ripening pace. Heavy rains during harvest months –March and April– (95.6mm and 51.4mm, respectively) forced us to reformulate our harvest strategy to ensure grape quality. The grapes used in Le Dix 2016 were harvested on April 19-28.
Due to the high temperatures, the harvest started a week earlier than usual, on April 23, and was completed in three days.
Due to the high temperatures, the harvest started a week earlier than usual, on April 23, and was completed in three days.
Varietals
Cabernet sauvignon : 85%
Carménère : 5%
Syrah : 5%
Cabernet franc : 5%
Carménère : 5%
Syrah : 5%
Cabernet franc : 5%
Tasting
Ruby red color with beautiful brick-like nuances. Ripe plum and cherry-scented nose that also features notes of licorice, saffron, cinnamon, and nutmeg that enhance the complexity of aromas. Notes of graphite, clove, dark chocolate and cedar take the experience to a whole new level. Le Dix 2016 is a smooth and supple wine with sweet and friendly tannins. A joyful intellectual. Serve at 16-18ºC