{"product_id":"2022-almaviva-rothschild-puente-alto","title":"2022 Almaviva Roth­schild Puente Alto","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Almaviva Rothschild Puente Alto is one of Chile’s benchmark red wines, seamlessly uniting Bordeaux finesse with the intensity of Maipo Valley fruit. Crafted as a grand vin in every sense, it offers depth, structure and polish that will delight both seasoned collectors and adventurous wine lovers discovering Chile’s top terroirs. This vintage captures the character of Puente Alto with impressive purity, poise and a long life ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2022 Almaviva shows a deep, saturated ruby to purple hue, with an almost opaque core that hints at its concentration. The nose is refined and layered, opening with blackcurrant, ripe blackberry and plum, followed by notes of graphite, cedar, tobacco leaf and subtle spice from French oak. With air, more nuances appear: violets, dark chocolate, a touch of pencil shavings and a faint, savory herbal lift.\n\nOn the palate, this is full-bodied yet impeccably balanced, with a core of ripe black fruit supported by fine-grained tannins and vibrant, well-integrated acidity. Flavors of cassis, black cherry and mulberry are intertwined with mocha, cigar box, graphite and a hint of mint and dried herbs, reflecting its Bordeaux-style blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon with Carmenère, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. The finish is long, driven and precise, suggesting significant aging potential. Enjoyable in its youth with proper aeration, it will gain complexity and harmony over 10–20+ years in a good cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlmaviva is sourced from the renowned Puente Alto subzone of the Maipo Valley, at the foot of the Andes, where poor, gravelly soils and cool Andean breezes create ideal conditions for structured, ageworthy reds. The vineyard benefits from warm days, cool nights and a long growing season, allowing Cabernet and its Bordeaux companions to ripen slowly while preserving aromatic freshness. Grapes are harvested by hand, parcel by parcel, with careful selection in the vineyard and on sorting tables at the winery. Vinification follows the model of a top Bordeaux estate: temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel or concrete, followed by élevage in a high proportion of new French oak barriques, where the wine is aged on fine lees and racked traditionally to refine its tannins and integrate oak and fruit. The result is a seamless blend that marries Chilean terroir with French know-how.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a natural match for richly flavored, protein-driven dishes: think grilled or roasted lamb, dry-aged ribeye, beef short ribs, venison, or a classic beef bourguignon. It also pairs beautifully with game birds, truffle-infused dishes, mushroom ragù, and mature hard cheeses such as Comté, aged Gouda or Manchego. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and structure. For current drinking, decant the 2022 Almaviva for 1.5–2 hours to allow the wine to open fully; older bottles (10+ years) typically require a gentler, shorter decant to separate sediment and let the bouquet unfurl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlmaviva is a pioneering joint venture created in 1997 between Baron Philippe de Rothschild (the family behind Château Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux) and Viña Concha y Toro, Chile’s leading premium producer. Conceived from the outset as a Chilean grand cru, Almaviva helped redefine what was possible in South American fine wine, showcasing Puente Alto as one of the continent’s greatest sites for Cabernet-based blends. The estate’s meticulous vineyard management, limited production and Bordeaux-inspired approach to blending and élevage have earned it consistent international acclaim, high critical scores and a place on the short list of Latin America’s most collectible wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Almaviva","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251867570513,"sku":"GCW-MMUI-22051116","price":195.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2021_Almaviva_Rothschild_Puente_Alto_1_1.png?v=1783441980","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2022-almaviva-rothschild-puente-alto","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}