L'ENTREMETTEUSE Cuvée L'Entremetteuse 2018
A true artisan creation showcasing the complexity and elegance of Chilean terroirs. A distinctive blend of Syrah, Cabernet and Carménère, drawing strength from granitic hillsides shaped over centuries by natural erosion. Each vintage expresses remarkable finesse and depth, offering an exceptional structure for optimal ageing. Unfiltered — may develop slight haziness or sediment. Limited production of 3,400 bottles.
Grapes
44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Carmenere, 19% Syrah
Tasting notes
Concentrated expression of fully ripe grapes with a pronounced dark fruit character. Dense but polished palate, supported by fine, silky tannins. Texturally smooth and integrated, showing maturity while maintaining freshness. Accessible now, with significant potential for further complexity through bottle ageing.
Vinification
Hand-harvested in small boxes and carefully transported to Puquillay winery. Manual destemming without sulphites. Extended cold pre-maceration for 5 days using dry ice. Alcoholic fermentation with gentle extraction; pressed in May after 3 weeks of maceration. 100% MLF on lees. Aged in new, 1st and 2nd fill barrels for one year. No filtration; sulphites added only at barrel transfer and before bottling.
Region
Colchagua, Chile
ABV
14.8%
