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
The low rainfall in winter made for an unusually dry start to the season, requiring early irrigation and meticulous monitoring of the vineyard.
The biggest challenge of the 2019 season was the high temperatures in late January and early February (up to 40.6°C). Fortunately, the cool nights, with a record low of 10.2°C, resulted in high quality grapes with ideal ripeness and balance.
The biggest challenge of the 2019 season was the high temperatures in late January and early February (up to 40.6°C). Fortunately, the cool nights, with a record low of 10.2°C, resulted in high quality grapes with ideal ripeness and balance.
Varietals
Cabernet sauvignon : 75%
Syrah : 25%
Syrah : 25%
Tasting
Ruby color with hints of dark red.
The nose is dominated by Syrah, with notes of red fruits such as raspberry, blueberry and strawberry, as well as hints of violet. The oak confers aromas of vanilla, cinnamon and toasted almonds, giving it greater complexity.
Cabernet Sauvignon is the dominant variety on the palate, being a full-bodied, structured wine, with fine tannins contributing to the persistence.
The nose is dominated by Syrah, with notes of red fruits such as raspberry, blueberry and strawberry, as well as hints of violet. The oak confers aromas of vanilla, cinnamon and toasted almonds, giving it greater complexity.
Cabernet Sauvignon is the dominant variety on the palate, being a full-bodied, structured wine, with fine tannins contributing to the persistence.