Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon D.O. Puente Alto 2021

Product Overview

Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon D.O. Puente Alto 2021 — Chile’s iconic, world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, crowned Wine Spectator’s #1 Wine of the Year 2024. A masterclass in elegance and power from the renowned Puente Alto vineyard.

Details

• Varietal: 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Merlot :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Origin: Puente Alto Vineyard, Alto Maipo Valley, Chile (650 m above sea level) :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Aging: 15 months in French oak (68% new, 32% second-use) :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Alcohol: 14.8% ABV
• Ageing Potential: 2026–2040+, cellaring recommended :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Tasting Profile

• Appearance: Deep garnet-purple
• Aroma: Expressive blackcurrant, plum, dark cherry, graphite, cedar, violets, refined oak, black tea :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Palate: Dense, structured, silky tannins; flavors of cassis, raspberry, plum, with touches of tobacco, rosemary, white pepper and dark chocolate :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Finish: Long, elegant, with mineral purity and finesse :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Recognition

• Wine Spectator’s #1 Wine of the Year 2024; 96 pts :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• James Suckling: 99 pts—“ashy graphite, cassis… long, structured tannins” :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Vinous: 97 pts—highlighting purity, layered structure, cedar and tea notes :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Recommended Pairings

• Grilled ribeye or lamb chops
• Aged cheeses (Parmigiano-Reggiano, blue)
• Dark chocolate desserts or espresso-based tiramisu

Available now at Barrels & Beyond PH.