Luma Chequén Gran Reserva Red Blend

Key characteristics:

Luma Chequén Gran Reserva Red Blend is a revelation of elegance, complexity, and sumptuous flavor concentration, reflecting Invina’s commitment to showcasing the diverse terroir of the Maule Valley. This handmade wine is crafted from carefully selected lots across Invina’s extensive vineyards, particularly from the Las Tizas and El Peral estates. Fermented in small tanks and aged for 12 months in oak barrels, it embodies a harmonious blend where power meets elegance.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Syrah, 20% Petit Verdot
• Appearance: Intense ruby
• Aroma: Splendid rich red fruit aromas tinged with clove, cinnamon and paprika. Subtle vanilla notes blend with ripe red-plum and cherry aromas on the nose.
• Taste: A spicy complex wine with rich red fruit, offering flavors of cherries, dried prunes, and licorice overlaid on spicy oak notes. It also presents ripe juicy black fruit character with hints of tobacco, balsamic leather, and anis, supported by leathery smooth, ripe tannins for a solid finish.
• Region: Maule Valley, Chile. This region boasts a diverse terroir, with vineyards stretching from the cool, rocky foothills of the Andes to the gentle slopes of the Coastal Mountains, contributing unique characteristics to the grapes. The El Peral vineyard, for example, located in the warmer Pencahue sector, features deep clay soils that produce wines with opulence and character while maintaining freshness and acidity.
• Pairing: Excellent with red meats, pig with creamy sauces and semi-mature cheeses.

Overall impression:

This Luma Chequén Gran Reserva Red Blend offers a harmonious blend of power and elegance, presenting a complex profile with a smooth finish. It is an excellent choice for both casual sipping and fine dining occasions.

Extra notes:

• The Luma Chequén Gran Reserva Red Blend has received recognition for its quality, including a Gold Medal at the 26º Catad’Or World Wine Awards.
• Invina, a 100% family-owned venture founded in 2007 by the Huber family, leverages over 20 years of experience in Chilean viticulture and utilizes a state-of-the-art winery built in 2013 to craft exceptional wines that reflect the diversity of the Maule Valley.