Luma Chequén Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

Key characteristics:

Luma Chequén Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon is a distinguished red wine hailing from the Maule Valley, crafted from carefully selected Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, hand-harvested from mature vines, and aged in French oak barrels to enhance its complexity and structure. It is a revelation of elegance, complexity, and sumptuous flavor concentration, reflecting a beautiful balance between the boldness of Cabernet Sauvignon and the earthy, rustic elegance typical of its Chilean origin. This handmade wine is selected from the best lots of Invina’s extensive vineyards, fermented in small tanks, and aged in barrel for 12 months.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Appearance: Deep ruby red color, with hints of garnet reflecting its depth.
• Aroma: The nose reveals blackberries and jammy fruit aromas with touches of cassis, tobacco, and chocolate. Complementing this are notes of dried herbs, earthiness, and subtle hints of vanilla and spice from oak aging.
• Taste: A restrained and youthful style, the palate is completed by leafy herbal notes with flavors of plum and blackcurrant. It is full-bodied and well-structured, with firm yet refined tannins and vibrant acidity, where flavors of dark berries, cassis, and black pepper intertwine with earthy undertones and a touch of dark chocolate.
• Region: Maule Valley, Chile. This is one of Chile’s most historic and diverse wine regions, known for its cooler climate and old-vine vineyards that impart a unique character to its wines. Invina’s vineyards showcase the tremendous diversity of the Maule Valley, stretching from the cold, stony Andes foothills to the graceful Coastal Mountains chilled by ocean breezes, with diverse soils contributing to a more restrained and earthy expression of Cabernet Sauvignon.
• Pairing: Ideal for red meat, spaghetti, and pork chops. It also pairs wonderfully with grilled or roasted red meats such as beef tenderloin or lamb, hearty dishes like stews, braised short ribs, mushroom-based recipes, and aged cheeses or charcuterie boards.

Overall impression:

This wine offers an elegant and complex character, beautifully balancing the inherent boldness of Cabernet Sauvignon with the earthy, rustic elegance characteristic of the Maule Valley. It presents a juicy palate with firm, polished tannins that harmoniously support vibrant acidity and delicious fruit flavors.

Extra notes:

• This wine has received multiple accolades, including Gold medals at prestigious international competitions such as the Sakura Awards and Mundus Vini.
• Invina, a 100% family-owned venture, was founded in 2007 by the Huber family, who brought over 20 years of experience in Chilean viticulture and wine to their project. Their modern winery, built in 2013, features cutting-edge technology and small fermentation tanks in a temperature-controlled environment.