VETAS BLANCAS
SYRAH 2019
LIMARÍ COOL CLIMATE • CHILE • SPECIAL RESERVE
"Mineral Power: a high-end, deep, and spicy Syrah, born from the calcareous veins of Limarí to offer a world-class structure and unmatched freshness."
The Syrah Benchmark in the North
From the El Espinal vineyard, just 12 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean, Vetas Blancas Syrah is the purest interpretation of what a cool-climate red can achieve. The combination of sea breezes and alluvial soils with pure limestone veins yields a wine of superb chromatic and aromatic intensity. It is a Syrah that abandons sweet opulence to focus on elegance, pepper, and mineral verticality.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Viña Tabalí (Vetas Blancas Line).
Origin: El Espinal Vineyard, Limarí Valley, Chile.
Varietal: 100% Syrah.
Aging: 12 months in French oak barrels (various uses).
Terroir: Alluvial soils with white calcium carbonate veins and marine influence.
Alcohol Content: 14% ABV.
Presentation: 750 ml
2. Sommelier's Notes (Sensory Experience)
Appearance: Intense and deep purplish-red color, with an electric brilliance that denotes its freshness and excellent condition.
Nose: A fascinating and wild bouquet. Ripe black fruits (blueberries, blackberries) stand out, followed by floral notes of violets, freshly ground black pepper, black olives, and a characteristic meaty-smoky touch.
Palate: Powerful and concentrated entry. Its tannins are firm yet velvety, moving with agility thanks to a remarkable acidity that balances its robust body. Long, mineral, and deeply spicy finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairing and Signature Gastronomy
Meats with Character: The ideal partner for Spit-roasted Lamb, smoked pork ribs, or game meats such as wild boar and deer.
Spice-infused Cuisine: Harmonizes with dishes that use peppers, powerful red wine reductions, or preparations that include black truffle and wild mushrooms.
Robust Cheese Boards: Blue cheeses (Roquefort, Stilton) or aged hard cheeses with long evolution.
Serving Protocol: Serve between **16°C and 18°C**. Benefits from 20 minutes of aeration in a large glass to release its smoky and meaty notes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What differentiates it from Syrahs from central valleys?
While Syrahs from warm regions tend towards jamminess and chocolate, Limarí Syrah is more "Rhône Syrah": it stands out for its acidity, pepper profile, and unique saline minerality.
What is its aging potential?
Its excellent concentration and low pH ensure a noble evolution in the bottle for the next **8 to 10 years**, integrating its woody notes and gaining earthy complexity.