Valdivieso Caballo Loco Grand Cru Maipo Andes 2012

The 2012 Valdivieso Caballo Loco Grand Cru Maipo Andes heralds from Chile’s legendary Maipo Valley foothills, where altitude, Andes-fed soils and cool nights yield Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc driven wines of admirable precision and elegance. This bottling marries Cabernet Sauvignon’s tensile structure with layers of nuance developed over time.

In the glass, a deep ruby core leads to generous aromatics: blackcurrant and plum are framed by cedar, graphite, dried mint and tobacco leaf, with a whisper of cigar box that speaks to careful oak integration. The signature Maipo earthy undertones of mineral dust and rocky soil which add complexity without heaviness.

On the palate, it’s finely poised. Elegant acidity lifts concentrated dark fruit, while firm yet polished tannins give structure and persistence. There’s a thread of savoury spice and tobacco that unfolds mid-palate, adding dimension to flavours of black cherry and cassis. The finish is long, with echoes of dark chocolate and dried herbs.

This Grand Cru is a testament to balance: confident and expressive without excess.