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Sombras del Sol
“Santa Rosa” Reserva Carmenere
Chile, Valle de Maule, Valle de Maule
Red
Winery Overview
The sun is a powerful symbol of light and life and the source of all energy, and the name Sombras del Sol means "The Shadow of the Sun." Hand-crafted in the heart of Valle de Maule in Chile from the Santa Rosa estate which date back to the 1950s. There is a combination of mainly Bordeaux varieties planted here. The estate is close to the Maule river and the soils are alluvial in origin with a clay texture with plenty of pebbles and round rocks. The warm Mediterranean climate allows for full and healthy ripening of a wide range of grape varieties, and the vineyard has drip irrigation installed for dry years.
15 years vineyards; old VSP -trained mass selection vineyards.
Terroir
Fertile, very deep soil with deep roots and mostly composed of clay, rocks and sand.
Viticulture
Grapes 100% hand-picked in small trays, preselected in the vineyard according to quality classification and ripeness. Harvest is typically the third week of April.
Vinification
Fermentation with select yeasts in stainless steel tanks, with pumping over operations at a maximum temperature of 26° C.
RS: 2.92 g/l
Acidity: 4.4 g/l
pH: 3.69
Aging
Micro-oxygenation with staves during malolactic fermentation.
Tasting Notes
Gorgeous aroma. Hints of tobacco, black and red fruits. Round on the palate, soft tannins and balanced acidity with sweet fruit, cherries and blackberry notes. Long finish.