Philippe Rothschild & Concha Y Toro, Almaviva, 2022
Philippe Rothschild & Concha Y Toro, Almaviva, 2022
- Red Still
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Merlot, Petit Verdot
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Born from a collaboration between Mouton-Rothschild and Concha y Toro begun in the mid 90s, Almaviva is considered the leading “First Growth” of Chile's Maipo Valley and is undoubtedly one of the world's rising stars. Since rising an impressive 71 ranks in the Liv-ex Power Index in 2018, Almaviva has been a brand on the move.
Drinking window: 2027 - 2040
What the critics say:
"What fabulous perfumed aromas of lavender, blackcurrants, graphite, tapenade and hints of sweet tobacco. So complex and sophisticated. Medium- to full-bodied with tannins that have an incredible finesse and length. It goes on for minutes. It’s all about elegance and class. There’s harmony and freshness for a dry year. Seductive and so long. 72% cabernet sauvignon, 23% carmenere, 4% cabernet franc and 1% petit verdot. Drinkable now, but one for the cellar. Drink from 2028."
"The 2022 Almaviva leads with a brooding, woody nose with savory, roasted pepper aromas and pleasing top notes of lavender and dried herbs. The palate is dense, luscious and staining, with considerable concentration and opulence. The finish continues this lush, layered opulence, concluding with supple, firm, unyielding tannins, welcomely braced with fresh acidity and herbal, methol-tinged flourishes. Despite its immediate richness, this is quite wound up, and it will take a few years to integrate its formidable tannins further. But it should be a joy to watch develop over the coming decade and beyond. It's a blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Carménère, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot aged for 20 months in 70% new French oak."
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