Is Merlot from Chile good?
Yes, if you consider the top wines in my recent comprehensive tasting of current Chilean merlots. At $10 or less, they rank with the best red-wine values in the market. Also, they show that Chile clearly has the potential to produce superb merlot.
What does Chilean Merlot taste like?
In general, Merlot has dark fruit flavors of black cherry, blackberry, plum, and raspberry layered with herbal notes and undertones of vanilla and mocha. Keep in mind that the prominent fruit flavors that make Merlot such an easy-drinking wine do not equal sweetness.
What red wine is Chile known for?
The Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes widely planted in Rapel, near Santiago, forms the core of the region’s delectable varietal wines and blends. The largest and most southerly of Central Valley’s wine regions is Maule, known for Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Carignan.
What’s the best Chilean wine?
Here’s our hand-picked list of the top 5 Best Chilean Red Wines for 2021
- Apaltagua, Envero, Gran Reserva Carmenère, Apalta Vineyard Selection, Colchagua, 2018.
- Errazuriz, Pinot Noir, Aconcagua Costa, 2019.
- Valle Frio, Pinot Noir, Maule, 2020.
Do you chill Merlot before serving?
Red wines like Merlot should be generally be served a little cooler than room temperature, at about 60° to 65° F. If it’s a rosé made from Merlot grapes, it will probably be served chilled, like a white wine.
What wine is popular in Chile?
Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère are two of the most popular and well-respected varieties grown in Central Valley, Chile.
Are wines from Chile good?
Chile is known for producing wines of exceptional value, but that’s not to say Chilean wines don’t also include boast-worthy, outstanding bottles. Find out about Chile’s 7 most important wine varieties, how they taste, and what specific regions to seek out if you’re hoping to find great quality.