Winery
of the Week:
Viña Ventisquero
By FBWorld Team
At
Viña Ventisquero, head winemaker Felipe Tosso,
has built a portfolio of offerings sourcing fruit from prime
vineyards in the valley's of Chile, and his selections come
through clearly, as each wine we tasted had a unique character
which set it part from so many others on the market.
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Viña
Ventisquero 2008 Vertice
Winery:
Viña Ventisquero
Grape(s): 51% Carmenere & 49% Syrah
Region: Colchagua Valley, Chile
Year: 2008
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 35-40
Review:
Aromas of bramble fruit and cherry mingle with suggestions
of pepper, earth, and herbaceous notes on the nose. The
palate delivers flavors of blackberry and cherry along
with accents of spice, herbs, and earth. A velvety wine
with plush tannins, it will pair nicely with your favorite
Spanish tapas.
Rating: 90 |
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Viña
Ventisquero 2012 "Grey" Pinot Noir
Winery:
Viña Ventisquero
Grape(s): 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Leyda Valley, Chile
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 20 -25
Review:
Earthy and herbaceous notes interweave with traces of
black cherries and cranberries on the nose. A sip reveals
flavors of cranberry, cherry, and plum which unfold into
nuances of earth on the palate. A chipper, earthy Pinot
with food friendly acidity, it would compliment duck or
pork tenderloin nicely.
Rating: 86 |
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Viña
Ventisquero 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
Winery:
Viña Ventisquero
Grape(s): 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Casablanca Valley, Chile
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 310-15
Review:
A bouquet of citrus and tropical fruit greets the senses.
Flavors of pineapple, lime, and grapefruit emerge on the
palate along with suggestions of fresh minerals. A friendly
acidity and a lively mineral backbone make this an ideal
wine to enjoy with food. Grilled chicken or shrimp would
work nicely.
Rating: 87 |
By
Jason Barlow
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Spectacular |
92
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Outstanding |
89
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Great |
85
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Good |
81
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Solid |
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