LaPlaya Colchagua Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2004

La Playa translates to "The Beach", and this Rosé would be ideal for a beach picnic. The LaPlaya Brand was launched in 1989 by the Axelsen family of California. In building the current day corporation, Viña La Playa S.A., the Axelsens partnered with the Sutil and Errázuriz families. They now own some 600 acres of vineyards in the Colchagua Valley in Central Chile. In 2004, they completed a new winery and hotel facility, with four-star accomodations.

LaPlaya Cabernet Rosé 2004 is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, estate grown fruit, sourced from 12-year-old vines. LaPlaya's winemaking team is headed by Diego García de la Huerta Sutil, who consults with Sonoma Valley based Scott Peterson. Tasting Notes:  Color: Watermelon red. Aromas: Candied cherry, orange peel, white chocolate, and light spice. The mouthfeel is light-to-medium bodied, with a sense of sweetness front-palate, turning dry and showing some mild tannins. Bright fruit flavors combine with spice and vanilla nuances that carry into the fleshy unsweet finish. Closure: Composite artificial "neocork" Excellent value ($7).

The Colchagua Valley is located about 80 miles southwest of Santiago, and lies between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean. This area has a Mediterranean climate and is fortunately free of Phylloxera.

Comments

[Kelly]

thanks for the detailed review.