Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Sena
Label Name:
 
Vintage
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
Chile
Region:
 
Aconcagua Valley (Seña vineyard, Ocoa)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Carménère, Petit Verdot
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 98/100; Wine Advocate (Matthew Luczy) 97/100; Vinous 96/100; Jane Anson 94/100; strong praise from Decanter and other international critics

Tasting Note
Concentrated blackcurrant, blackberry and plum with floral, graphite and garrigue notes; cedar, spice and cocoa. Dense mid-palate, fine-grained polished tannins and vibrant acidity, finishing long, savory and refined.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, venison, truffle risotto, aged Manchego/Comté. Asian: Korean BBQ, char siu, Peking duck, miso‑glazed dishes, Sichuan‑style beef.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested, varietals vinified separately, fermented in temperature‑controlled vats and matured 18–22 months mainly in French oak barriques (majority new) with some foudre; estate managed biodynamically.

Vineyard Info
Seña was founded in 1995 (Chadwick/Mondavi collaboration). Located in Aconcagua, the 42‑ha estate is biodynamically farmed and produces Chile’s flagship blend with international winemaking input and long critical acclaim.