De Martino, Old Vine Pais & San Francisco 'Las Olvidadas', 75cl

🍷 De Martino – Old Vine País & San Francisco ‘Las Olvidadas’
Country: Chile | Region: Itata Valley
Style: Red Wine | Grape Variety: País & San Francisco (a rare, nearly forgotten variety)
Farming: Dry-farmed, bush vines, organically cultivated
Winemaking: Minimal intervention; traditional winemaking in old concrete vats

🌟 A soulful tribute to Chile’s viticultural heritage—rare, rustic, and utterly captivating.

👁 In the Glass:
Light garnet with translucent edges—elegant and pure.

👃 On the Nose:
Vivid aromas of wild strawberry, dried rose petals, orange zest, and a whisper of cracked pepper and earth. Subtle herbal notes bring a lovely rustic charm.

👅 On the Palate:
Lithe and lively, with tart cherry, pomegranate, and cranberry flavours flowing across a silky frame. There’s a dusty minerality and fine-grained tannins, lifted by fresh acidity and a slight saline kick on the finish. Ethereal and thought-provoking.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Perfect with grilled quail, duck confit, mushroom risotto, or charred root vegetables. Versatile with earthy or spice-laced cuisine.

⏳ Enjoyment Window:
A wine to enjoy now for its transparency and freshness, though it will develop further nuance over the next 3–4 years.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Las Olvidadas (“The Forgotten Ones”) reawakens the magic of ancestral vines, reconnecting you with Chile’s vinous past. A beautifully made wine of authenticity and finesse—this is País like you’ve never tasted before.