Undurraga ‘Altazor’, Maipo Valley 2017
Type | Red |
Grapes | Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Carmenère |
Country/Region | Chile, Maipo |
Vintage | 2017 |
Product number: 579025
£58.95
Price per bottle
Undurraga is one of Chiles most prestigious wineries, consistently receiving high scores from top wine critics around the world. Founded in 1885, Undurraga owns 1,350 hectares of estate vineyard in Chiles premium wine producing areas such as Leyda, Cauquenes and Itata. Head winemaker Rafael Urrejola has spent a great deal of time understanding the diversity of Chiles vineyard sites; the result is the emblematic Terroir Hunter range. Undurraga cultivates their vineyards with respect for the environment and follow a philosophy of minimal intervention in the cellar in order to showcase the terroir. An exceptional wine revealing expressive aromatic layers, balanced concentration and wonderful complexity. Deep red fruits and cassis are underpinned by mineral notes, graphite and tobacco. The structured palate shows depth of flavour and integrated tannins, through to an everlasting finish. Serve with rich red meats or mature cheese.