2002 Almaviva
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2002 was not considered a good vintage because there was some rain farther south. But, in Puente Alto, where the vineyards for the 2002 Almaviva are, it was pretty "normal," and they didn't have the rains in March. It was a warm year, without excess. The wine is quite classical, it has evolved nicely, the palate is still pretty lively and balanced, with developed aromas. It is harmonious and in no danger of going down any time soon. This time they only had Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere and Cabernet Franc (67%, 29% and 4%, respectively). Merlot and Petit Verdot came later. It turns spicier in the glass, with even some curry aromas.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate
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Cabernet Sauvignon 67%, Carmenère 29%, Cabernet Franc 4%. Rain threatened so the grapes were picked earlier than anticipated. Blackish crimson. Full, sweet, luscious nose – ultra-ripe. Very ripe black fruit flavours and then some marked fine tannins. Lots of careful cellar work in this but a bit hot. Chewy and angular. This may never be perfectly resolved. (JR)
About the producer
Almaviva is a collaboration between two giants in the world of wine – Bordeaux’s Ch. Mouton Rothschild and Concha y Toro.