La Playa Shiraz 2019
Country
Chile
Region
Colchagua Valley
Producer
Vina La Playa
Grape(s)
Syrah (85%)
Cabernet Sauvignon (15%)
Type
Red
Style
Spicy
Oaked Style
Lightly oaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Not applicable
Alcohol Content
13%
Closure Style
Screw cap
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
The Colchagua Valley is a three hour drive south of Santiago and home to many of Chile`s finest wineries. The region extends from the Andes to the Pacific Coast which allows a variety of wines to be produced. The Andes mountains which dominate the country tower over the and are the water source used to irrigate the vines. The region is renowned for many of the finest Merlots, Cabernets and Carmenère but also in cooler sites Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Producer
The Viña La Playa estate occupies some of Colchagua Valley`s most desirable acreage benefitting from its own unique micro-climate due to the Tinguirrica and Limarí rivers which run through the vineyards. Comprising 600 acres and a $10 million state of the art winery, this excellent producer is owned by the Sutil family who make superb modern fruit-driven wines from grapes sourced entirely from the estate. By entering 1% For the Planet, La Playa Wines committed to donate every year 1% of its net sales to non-profit NGOs that conserve, restore and study the Environment.
Tasting Notes
This Shiraz from Colchagua Valley is a deep ruby colour with purple highlights. Intense on the nose with concentrated black fruit notes. The palate is medium bodied with notes of cassis, black cherry and plum with a subtle white pepper spiciness. Juicy on the finish with ripe tannins.
Food
Serve with spicy enchiladas and Spanish meatballs.
