ON-480996

Mayu Reserva Carmenère/Syrah 2014, Elquí Valley

Red Blend Red Blend
Chile

$15.95 (480996)

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89 pts
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March 04, 2017

Critic Reviews (3)

David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

Mayu is a label associated with Falernia in the far northern Elqui Valley of Chile. In my mind, one of the great...

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Michael Godel
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Michael Godel

The modernity of the Elqui Valley for carmenère is on full display, ultra-ripe, juicy, berry oozing and full of life....

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Sara d'Amato
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Sara d'Amato

Notes of smoky barbequed bacon are most dominant and also polarizing on this northern Chilean blend. On its own, it...

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Community Reviews (4)

David Brodati, DipWSET
David Brodati, DipWSET

I'm fascinated by wines that elicit divergent opinions from the pro critics. For this interesting Carmenere/Syrah blend from the northen Elqui region of Chile, I tend to agree more with David than with Sara or Godello. I too find that Syrah leads the way with meaty, spicy, peppery characteristics. There's ripe fruit (almost into the baked spectrum), balsamic, olives, herbs and mocha. Medium plus acidity provides freshness. Tannins are present but resolved. Good balance and excellent length. Intriquing, quality wine at a bargain price. Multi-bottle purchase. March 2017.

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Craig Townson
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kennedeb
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peterwinn
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