2016 P.S. Garcia Bravado Itata Valley Chile Red Blend
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While it's common to find the top wines in the world to receive unanimous, high 90+ ratings from the major wine critics, it's relatively uncommon to see this for value wines. Particularly, those from Itata in Chile. Yet, here is one such gem. See the glowing and consistent reviews from 91-93 pts below. If you love red blends (like Bordeaux) and you like to try new wines and travel the world of wine from your home, grab some of this wine before it's gone.
Felipe started PS Garcia in 2006. After working for larger wineries, he made his first independent wine as a declaration of what he considers true “Chilean” wine. Inspired at first by old-vine Carignan from Maule, he since has started two of Chile’s most influential small producer movements today: MOVI (Movement of Independent Vintners) and VIGNO (Vignadores de Carignan).
This is a unique red blend that shows the spirit and history of Itata – Chile’s oldest winemaking region. The wine is an other-worldly blend of of 43% Syrah, 40% Carignan, 7% Petit Verdot, 7% Mourvèdre and 3% Grenache. Think of it as a mini-Chateauneuf du Pape with a touch of Petit Verdot thrown in, because, it's Chile. The name Bravado means brave and we all need that these days!
At A Glance
- Varietal:
- Grenache (Garnacha)
- Region:
- Chile
- Size:
- 750ml
TASTING NOTES
What's in the Glass
Inviting on the nose with notes of ripe red fruit, blackberry, blueberry, and a hint of spice. It hits the palate with incredible balance that lasts through its long finish. It has fruit at the core with an acidity from the Carignan that lifts the wine on the back palate.
Pairing Notes: Pair with cherry-braised short ribs, barbequed flank steak, or grilled portobella mushrooms.
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