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Tinajas del Maule Winery

Founded in 1997, when the Mena Undurraga family acquired old, established vineyards in the town of Villa Alegre in the Maule Valley. They decided to upgrade the existing vineyards, which dated back to 1918, to take advantage of the region’s great potential. All this took place while maintaining the adobe buildings and oak casks, integrating the benefits of stainless steel and state-of-the-art equipment for vinification and bottling. Today the winery has a three million liter (approx. 800,000 gal.) capacity and 741 acres planted with six types of premium varietal grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Carmenere, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.

Allegre

Cabernet Sauvignon

This wine has a vibrant violet red color. The palate is soft, with a silky texture. Aromas of plum and tobacco make this a full body wine of great varietal character.

Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Chardonnay

This wine is the embodiment of Chile – welcoming, approachable and wonderfully memorable. Subtle notes of tropical fruit envelope this traditional and elegant wine.

Blend: 100% Chardonnay

Merlot

Estate bottled from hand picked grapes, this unoaked red wine has flavors of black and red currants. A juice driven palate, medium body with nice acidity.

Blend: 100% Merlot

Sauvignon Blanc

Expressive and elegant with fresh floral notes and citrus flavors. Balanced acidity with ripe fruits and hints of apricot on the finish.

Blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Choroy

Cabernet Sauvignon

This Cabernet Sauvignon is a full bodied wine with soft tannins and a long lasting finish. Aromas of plum, tobacco and chocolate. This is a wine of great varietal character.

Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc

A traditional, unoaked white wine with pleasant minerality and excellent fresh crisp acidity. Aromas of tropical fruit. This wine is elegant and soft.

Blend: 50% Chardonnay, 50% Sauvignon Blanc

Carmenere

Deep violet color with blue hues. Intense and complex aromas of wild berries, ripe fruit and lots of pepper. Medium body, rich mature fruit flavors with savory hints are well integrated with grainy tannins; nice soft acidity. Good wine for appetizer.

Blend: 100% Carmenere

Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot

This blend has a strong violet red color. An intensely rich, complex bouquet with succulent flavors of black and red currants. This is a medium bodied wine with a pleasant acidity.

Blend: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot

Sauvignon Blanc

With fresh floral notes, citrus and grapefruit flavors, this wine is pleasantly firm with balanced acidity. A bright finish of ripe fruits make this a refreshing wine to enjoy.

Blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Viejo Feo

Cabernet Sauvignon

Intense violet red color aromas of plum, tobacco and chocolate. The palate is soft with a silky structure. It is a complex wine with soft round tannins. Full body, with great varietal character and a long-lasting finish.

Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Sauvignon Blanc

Expressive and elegant are perfect words to describe this Sauvignon Blanc. With fresh floral notes and citrus and grapefruit flavors, it has a firm but balanced acidity with ripe fruits and hints of apricot on the finish.

Blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Carmenere

Deep violet in color with hues of blue, this wine opens with waves of blackberries followed by classic chocolate and coffee flavors. Smooth, fruit forward, and medium-bodied. It pairs beautifully with pasta and also stands up well on its own.

Blend: 100% Carmenere

Merlot

Deep ruby red color. Intense with red fruit aromas and soft black pepper notes. On the palate – generous and mouth-filling, with blackberry flavors and soft coffee notes, complex and tasty.

Blend: 100% Merlot

Pinot Noir/Rose

This wine is fruity, mellow and mild. It’s full of berry flavors
with a hint of spice. A great match with salads, seeds and grilled meat, it has a fresh and fruity finish on the palate.

Blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Reserves

Ruben & Flora

This wine has a deep violet color with blue hues, clean and brilliant. Floral notes combine with ripe black fruit and spices. Soft and round tannins, this wine is creamy and lush with a long and persistent finish.

Blend: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Carmenere

Telmo & Ruth

Beautifully ripe cabernet/merlot blend with a deep ruby color. Showing blueberry and dark plum notes mixed with spice and roasted nut. The palate delivers lovely fruit, a silky texture and fine tannins. Pairs well with pasta, pizza and fish dishes.

Blend: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot

Lorenzo & Gaspar

Intense red color with bright violet tones. Aromas of caramel, toffee, figs and nuts. The palate is juicy and concentrated. A delicious pairing to spicy and fatty dishes, duck and venison.

Blend: 50% Merlot, 50% Carmenere

Qiwila

Cabernet Sauvignon

Vivid red in color. Intense aromas of berries, plum, vanilla and black pepper. Silky with round and complex tannins, this is a full body wine with character. The perfect complement to beef, lamb, deer and poultry dishes.

Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Chardonnay

Tropical aromas of pineapple, citrus fruit and banana. Full of flavor, fresh with mineral notes and well-balanced acidity. Enjoy this wine with creamy pasta dishes and roasted chicken.

Blend: 100% Chardonnay

Pinot Noir

Brilliant ruby red in color. Aromas of raspberry and spice. This wine is crisp and vibrant with smooth, velvety tannins, intense red-fruit flavors, and subtle mineral notes. Enjoy with grilled salmon, roasted duck, mushroom risotto, roasted chicken and aged cheeses.

Blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Sauvignon Blanc

An expertly balanced wine, delightful with every sip. Light-bodied with crisp acidity and aromas of citrus and tropical fruits. Enjoy with leafy salads, delicate white fish, succulent oysters, or creamy fresh cheese. This Sauvignon Blanc compliments casual and formal tables alike.

Blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc


Overview

Country
Chile

Region
Villa Alegre

Appellation(s)
Maule Valley

Producer
Mena Undurraga Family

Year Founded
1997

Annual Production Total
800,000 gallons

Total Estate Size
741 acres