Almaviva Epu 2021

The robe: brilliant, attractive ruby red. The nose is fresh, pleasant and elegant, with aromas of dark fruits, cassis, cherry, blackberry and fig, dominating a delicate fragrance of vanilla, tea and earthiness. In the mouth, the flavour is supple and round, well balanced between the crunchy red fruit and a silky tannic structure. EPU 2021 is a revealing expression of the terroir of Puente Alto in a cooler vintage than average, remarkable for its freshness and balance.

EPU, a perfect introduction to the exclusive and harmonious world of Almaviva The 2021 vintage Weather conditions After a long period of drought during the previous cycle, the rains came back in winter to initiate the vintage 2021 with excellent auspices. The following months were totally dry, until it surprisingly rained at the end of January 2021, with 54 mm of rainfall at mid-veraison. We had then, fortunately, not any new rain until the end of the harvest. Spring was warm then Summer was cool, especially after the unexpected rain of January. The average summer temperature was 1°C lower than average, and 1,5°C lower than 2020. The cooler conditions from January to harvest generated an optimal ripening process, great fruit and freshness in the grapes, tension, length, and perfect balance in the wines. An exceptional and unique vintage with great acidity and persistency. Tasting notes Shiny, attractive ruby red. The nose is fresh, pleasant and elegant, with aromas of cassis, cherry, blackberry and fig, dominating a delicate fragrance of vanilla, tea and earth. In mouth, the attack is supple and round, well balanced between the crunchy red fruit and a silky tannic structure. EPU 2021 is a faithful expression of the terroir of Puente Alto in a cooler vintage than average, remarkable for its freshness and balance. This delicious and generous wine is the perfect introduction to the exclusive and harmonious world of Almaviva.