The Calcu Vineyards and Viña Maquis share a winery in Palmilla in the Colchagua Valley for making and ageing their wines.The winery was built in 2002 under a sustainable concept using gravity technology to allow the grapes and musts to move gently in order to better preserve the aromas and flavours of each of its wines.Equipped with an innovative geothermal plant, it is the only winery in Chile that uses this type of energy for its wine production. Thanks to this initiative, they were recognised by the Chilean-British Chamber of Commerce as they reduced their gas consumption by 90% and electricity consumption by 40% per litre of wine produced.
TASTING NOTES
Calcu Fotem comes from vineyards with granitic soils with a high clay content and that are cooled by coastal sea breezes. These conditions provide for a very fresh and elegant wine with a distinct personality, expressive with aromas of crunchy black cherries and red plums. It stands out for its structure, body, character, persistence and depth.
FOOD PAIRINGS
It pairs beautifully with red meats such as grilled steak, braised beef, and venison, thanks to its firm tannins and depth of flavor. Herb-marinated lamb, particularly with rosemary or Mediterranean spices, complements the wine’s aromatic complexity. Its bold character also works well with game dishes and smoky barbecue fare, balancing the charred flavors with its concentrated fruit.
SPECIFICATIONS
TYPE - Red Wine
REGION - Colchagua Valley
COUNTRY - Chile
GRAPE VARIETIES - 86% , Cabernet Sauvignon11% , and Cabernet Franc 3%
CLOSURE - Cork
RESIDUAL SUGARS - 1.98 g/L
ACIDITY - 3.43 g/L
ABV - 14%