Valdivieso Caballo Loco Grand Limari Syrah 2012

The 2012 Valdivieso Caballo Loco Grand Limarí is a captivating expression of Chile’s northern coastal terroir, where cool Pacific breezes and mineral-rich soils shape wines of intensity and lift. This vintage marries deep concentration with a saline energy unique to Limarí, resulting in a wine that feels both powerful and precise.

In the glass, you’re greeted by a rich, garnet core. The nose unfurls with layered aromatics: black cherry and plum are framed by dried herbs, graphite and a touch of wild fennel. Subtle earthy notes and cedar spice add breadth without overshadowing the fruit. On the palate, this is a wine of harmony with ripe dark fruit is supported by vibrant acidity and structured, fine-grained tannins that give the wine shape and poise.

There’s a definitive mineral thread weaving through the mid-palate, lending tension and a sense of place, while a long finish echoes with savoury spice, dried berry and a whisper of tobacco leaf. Graceful despite its depth, this Grand Limarí drinks beautifully now but will continue to evolve with cellaring.