Vina Siegel - Crucero
Colchagua Valley (Chile)

CRUCERO

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UPC code: 7 84585 01158 2
2011 Crucero, Chardonnay, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Attractive yellow color with some green tones. Its intense varietal character evokes ripe citrus fruits, with floral and honeyed tones along with well integrated wood. In the mouth it is rich, round and fruity with some creamy notes. 

"Light yellow. Melon, peach and honey on the nose. Modestly concentrated, brisk and dry, with crisp flavors of pear, melon and tangerine. Finishes dry-edged and crisp, leaving a lemony note behind."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 87 pts



- Wine Enthusiast (February 2012), 87 pts


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UPC code: 7 84585 01158 2
2009 Crucero, Chardonnay, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Attractive yellow color with some green tones. Its intense varietal character evokes ripe citrus fruits, with floral and honeyed tones along with well integrated wood. In the mouth it is rich, round and fruity with some creamy notes. 

"Generic Chardonnay but still pretty good, with oily, nutty, tropical aromas followed by a zesty, acidic palate that loads up on apple and citrusy orange-like flavors. Shows good length and clarity on the finish, and overall it outperforms the winery’s so-called “reserva” Chard from the same year. M.S."
- Wine Enthusiast (December 1st 2010), 86pts BEST BUY

National Retail Price: $9.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01203 9
2011 Crucero, Chardonnay, Colchagua Valley BIB 4/3.0 Liters
Light gold. Aromas of pear nectar, orange and spices. Sappy and focused, displaying lively pear and citrus flavors and a hint of talc. Finishes surprisingly dry and a bit short and repeats the citrus note.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01203 9
2010 Crucero, Chardonnay, Colchagua Valley BIB 4/3.0 Liters

"Light gold. Aromas of pear nectar, orange and spices. Sappy and focused, displaying lively pear and citrus flavors and a hint of talc. Finishes surprisingly dry and a bit short and repeats the citrus note."
- International Wine Cellar (Issue 156) - 87 pts

National Retail Price: $26.00 / 3 liter box

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UPC code: 7 84585 01159 9
2011 Crucero, Sauvignon Blanc, Curico Valley 12/750ml
Sauvignon Blanc is the fabled grape of both Bordeaux Blanc and the Loire Valley (Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume). This varietal exhibits aromas of musk melon, pine, & grass. The finish is zesty and citrus-like, and goes very well with chicken and seafood.

"Pale straw. Pear skin, lemon and mint on the nose and palate. Clean, straightforward and a bit soft on the back end. Easygoing, fruity and very drinkable, with little of the herbal character that marks many Chilean sauvignon blancs."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 87 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01159 9
2010 Crucero, Sauvignon Blanc, Curico Valley 12/750ml
Sauvignon Blanc is the fabled grape of both Bordeaux Blanc and the Loire Valley (Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume). This varietal exhibits aromas of musk melon, pine, & grass. The finish is zesty and citrus-like, and goes very well with chicken and seafood.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01159 9
2009 Crucero, Sauvignon Blanc, Curico Valley 12/750ml
"Pale straw. Herb-laced lemon and lime aromas are complemented by talc and white pepper. Silky in texture, with tangy citrus and green apple flavors and a refreshing bitter edge. Finishes on a clinging note of orange, with good clarity and length."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (March/April 10), 88 pts

National Retail Price: $9.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01157 5
2010 Crucero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Lovely and intense ruby color. Beautiful aromas of red ripe fruits, strawberry jam, hints of plums and some vanilla notes. Mouthfilling, round, this balanced, concentrated and persistent red wine has a soft tannin structure.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01157 5
2009 Crucero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Lovely and intense ruby color. Beautiful aromas of red ripe fruits, strawberry jam, hints of plums and some vanilla notes. Mouthfilling, round, this balanced, concentrated and persistent red wine has a soft tannin structure.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01157 5
2008 Crucero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Lovely and intense ruby color. Beautiful aromas of red ripe fruits, strawberry jam, hints of plums and some vanilla notes. Mouthfilling, round, this balanced, concentrated and persistent red wine has a soft tannin structure.

"A bit narrow and medicinal, but overall this Cab delivers reasonably good cherry and herbal berry aromas and flavors along with some oak, coconut, citric acid and earth. It’s a touch muddled and all over the map, but for $10 it’s a pretty good wine. - M.S."
- Wine Enthusiast (September 1st 2010), Best Buy


National Retail Price: $9.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01201 5
2011 Crucero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley BIB 4/3.0 Liters
Lovely and intense ruby color. Beautiful aromas of red ripe fruits, strawberry jam, hints of plums and some vanilla notes. Mouthfilling, round, this balanced, concentrated and persistent red wine has a soft tannin structure.


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UPC code: 7 84585 01201 5
2010 Crucero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley BIB 4/3.0 Liters
Lovely and intense ruby color. Beautiful aromas of red ripe fruits, strawberry jam, hints of plums and some vanilla notes. Mouthfilling, round, this balanced, concentrated and persistent red wine has a soft tannin structure.

National Retail Price: $26.00 / 3 liter box

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UPC code: 7 84585 01160 5
2010 Crucero, Shiraz, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml

"Opaque purple. Cassis, cherry pit and licorice on the somewhat medicinal nose. Then sweet, broad and slightly minty in the mouth, complemented by smoky dark berry and licorice flavors. The tannins are supple, but the finish shows a slightly bitter edge."
- International Wine Cellar (Isue 156) - 87 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01160 5
2009 Crucero, Shiraz, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Blue/purple color. Intense bouquet with scents of cassis and a touch of spice. Explosive fruits on the palate, with good structure, definition and balance. Clean, round and flavorful wine, very appealing.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01160 5
2008 Crucero, Shiraz, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml

"Bright ruby color. Cherry and dark berry aromas are complemented by notes of cracked pepper and clove. Gently sweet, palate-coating blackberry and candied cherry flavors turn slightly bitter with air and pick up a dusting of fine-grained tannins. Less thick and weighty than most Australian shirazes at this price point. Finishes with good length and lingering sweetness."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (March/April 10), 87 pts

National Retail Price: $9.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01177 3
2009 Crucero, Merlot, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Alcoholic fermentation between 26º and 28ºC to develop a very fruity wine. Four daily light pump-over to get a better structure. Some wine was left in post fermenting maceration. 100% malolactic fermentation.
Aged 25% in American oak barrels for 5 months.
Intense red color yet with some violet tones. The aromas remind one of cherries and blackcurrants, and the dark fruits tones are complemented with the vanilla and toasted touches of oak. In the mouth it is juicy, well bodied with soft tannins and great persistency.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01177 3
2008 Crucero, Merlot, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Intense red color yet with some violet tones. The aromas remind one of cherries and blackcurrants, and the dark fruits tones are complemented with the vanilla and toasted touches of oak. In the mouth it is juicy, well bodied with soft tannins and great persistency.

"The opening of dusty raspberry fruit, spice and saucy herbal notes is what you’d expect from Chilean Merlot. There’s some heat to the medium-sized palate along with raspberry and pepper flavors. Dry and peppery as well on the finish, and a tad bit roasted. - M.S."
- Wine Enthusiast (September 1st 2010), 86pts BEST BUY

National Retail Price: $9.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01204 6
2010 Crucero, Merlot, Colchagua Valley BIB 4/3.0 Liters
Intense red color yet with some violet tones. The aromas remind one of cherries and blackcurrants, and the dark fruits tones are complemented with the vanilla and toasted touches of oak. In the mouth it is juicy, well bodied with soft tannins and great persistency.

National Retail Price: $26.00 / 3 liter box

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UPC code: 7 84585 01176 6
2011 Crucero, Carmenere, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
"Bright purple. Primary blackberry and blueberry aromas and flavors show good intensity but not much in the way of complexity. A peppery quality adds cut to the modestly persistent, refreshingly bitter finish."
- Stephen Tanzer's International WIne Cellar (May 2012), 87 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01176 6
2010 Crucero, Carmenere, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml



"Herbal, powerful and varietally on the money, with common but well-executed aromas of earth, blackberry and olives. The palate offers proper weight and intensity, while the flavors of black plum, raspberry and tea are just herbal enough to scream out “Carmenère.” Tasty and consistent from nose to finish. - M.S."
- Wine Enthusiast (December 1st 2010), 88 pts + BEST BUY

"Glass-staining purple Pungent, herb-accented aromas of dark cherry and cassis, plus a tangy note of cracked pepper. Spicy, tightly wound dark berry and bitter cherry flavors show good depth and clarity, enlivened by zesty acidity that adds cut. Finishes brisk and clean, with spicy bite."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May/June 2011), 87 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01176 6
2009 Crucero, Carmenere, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Pre-fermenting maceration at 15ºC for five days. Fermentation between 28º to 30ºC to get more color and structure. Four light pump-over are done daily. Post fermenting maceration for about two weeks. Then the juice was separated from the skins, which were pressed to extract more juice. 100% malolactic fermentation.
Aged 25% in American oak barrels for 3 months.
Fine deep color, with average plus density. A brooding  quite intense nose: earthy, prunes and pronounced touch of violets. Entry quite firm and clear cut, with fine acidity and good fruit that adds supleness. Excellent balance. Very good with lots of character.
Pairs well with chicken, pasta, red meats, cheeses

2008 Crucero, Carmenere, Colchagua Valley
"Deep ruby. Cherry, blackcurrant and dark cherry on the nose. Juicy dark fruit flavors turn slightly bitter in the middle palate and are framed by dusty tannins. Finishes with tightly focused bitter cherry and pepper qualities and decent length. This gets better with a bit of aeration."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (March/April 10), 87 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01176 6
2007 Crucero, Carmenere, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml

National Retail Price: $9.99 / bottle

CRUCERO RESERVA
The Reserva range from El Crucero includes wines of very high purity and quality. 
The wines are produced from fully matured grapes, then fermented and aged in French and American oak barrels.

UPC code: 7 84585 01179 7
2011 Crucero, Reserva, Sauvignon Blanc, Colchagua Valley  12/750ml
"Green-tinged yellow. Spice- and floral-accented aromas and flavors of citrus and orchard fruits. Bright and focused, showing a refreshingly bitter edge, good flavor intensity and strong finishing bite. This nervy sauvignon bears comparison to some serious Loire Valley versions."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 89 pts

UPC code: 7 84585 01179 7
2010 Crucero, Reserva, Sauvignon Blanc, Colchagua Valley  12/750ml
100% Sauvignon Blanc hand picked in the morning to have low temperatures. Fermentation between 13º and 15ºC..
Clarification, cold stabilization and filtration. This Sauvignon Blanc has a beautiful pale yellow color with green tones. The nose offers delicate and intense aromas of citrus fruits and subtle notes of apricots. The palate shows a vibrant acidity with a smooth and persistent finish. 

BEST SAUVIGNON BLANC IN CHILE
91 pts - Guia Mujer y Vino 2011, Ana Maria Barahona

"Pale yellow. High-pitched citrus and herb aromas, plus a hint of white pepper and slow-building mintiness. Light-bodied and juicy, offering refreshing lemon and green apple flavors and a good spine of acidity. Finishes dry and with good bite, repeating the lemony note."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May/June 2011) - 88 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01179 7
2009 Crucero, Reserva, Sauvignon Blanc, Colchagua Valley  12/750ml
100% Sauvignon Blanc hand picked in the morning to have low temperatures. Fermentation between 13º and 15ºC..
Clarification, cold stabilization and filtration. This Sauvignon Blanc has a beautiful pale yellow color with green tones. The nose offers delicate and intense aromas of citrus fruits and subtle notes of apricots. The palate shows a vibrant acidity with a smooth and persistent finish. 


National Retail Price: $12.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01181 0
2011 Crucero, Reserva, Chardonnay, Maipo Valley 12/750ml
"Bright yellow-gold. Peach, honey and vanilla on the spice-accented nose and palate. Lush and creamy, showing good depth and a touch of bitter herbs on the finish. Nicely concentrated but just a touch warm; a good chill would help this wine show its best."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 87 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01181 0
2010 Crucero, Reserva, Chardonnay, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Grapes are cooled and carried to the pneumatic press at the minimum possible temperature. Free-run juice fermented at 15º to 16 ºC. Finally, blend is made, clarified, cold stabilized and filtered.
Part of the wine is aged in barrels. Stirring of the lees for about four to six months. Filtration by plate and sterile membrane to ensure the microbiological stability of the wine.
Very intense yellow color with some golden tones. Tropical fruit aromas combined with subtle notes of honey and toasted barrels.

"Pale yellow. Assertive aromas of melon and peach nectar, with honey and mint accents. Shows plenty of ripe pit fruit character and provides good palate coverage but comes up a bit short on the back end. Fans of opulent chardonnay should check this one out."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 87 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01181 0
2009 Crucero, Reserva, Chardonnay,  Colchagua Valley 12/750ml

"Bright yellow. Melon, peach and nectarine on the nose, with a subtle spicy quality coming up with air. Initially pliant, gently sweet honeydew and pit fruit flavors become a bit hard-edged but offer good palate coverage. Finishes with good length and an echo of spices."
-Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (March/April 10), 87 pts

National Retail Price: $12.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01161 2
2010 Crucero, Reserva, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Deep red ruby color. Blackcurrant, spicy and vanilla notes, hints of black pepper, chocolate and red fruits, plum and jam. Very good concentration in the mouth, juicy, ample, hints of dry fruits and spices, good structure with firm tannins, and a nice length.

"Glass-staining ruby. Pungent aromas of cherry and dark berry skin, with licorice and espresso nuances adding complexity. Nervy and precise but slightly tart on the palate, offering tangy red- and blackcurrant flavors and a hint of cracked pepper. Finishes brisk, spicy and dry, with decent length."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 88 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01161 2
2009 Crucero, Reserva, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml

"Ruby-red. Slightly high-toned aromas of redcurrant, cherry, licorice and black pepper. Intense, somewhat bitter cherry and red fruit flavors, supported by firm grip and structure; a musky tobacco element comes up with air. Finishes tangy, with fine-grained tannins and a lingering note of spicy red fruits."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May/June 2011) - 88 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01161 2
2008 Crucero, Reserva, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Deep red ruby color. Blackcurrant, spicy and vanilla notes, hints of black pepper, chocolate and red fruits, plum and jam. Very good concentration in the mouth, juicy, ample, hints of dry fruits and spices, good structure with firm tannins, and a nice length.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01161 2
2007 Crucero, Reserva, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Deep red ruby color. Blackcurrant, spicy and vanilla notes, hints of black pepper, chocolate and red fruits, plum and jam. Very good concentration in the mouth, juicy, ample, hints of dry fruits and spices, good structure with firm tannins, and a nice length.

National Retail Price: $12.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01162 9
2010 Crucero, Reserva, Syrah, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
"Dark ruby. Aromas of cherry-vanilla, blackcurrant and olive. Ripe, deeply pitched black and blue fruit flavors provide good palate coverage, with dusty tannins offering a firm underpinning. Very rich and supple syrah with good finishing punch and lingering notes of oak spices and olive."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 88 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01162 9
2008 Crucero, Reserva, Syrah, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Syrah, the legendary grape of the Northern Rhone AOC’s of Cote Rotie, Hermitage, and Cornas delivers ample flavor for a reasonable price. This Reserve Syrah is aged in French oak for 6 months. The wine exhibits ripe black fruit flavors and a touch of white pepper. This medium bodied red wine will age well for 3-5 years. Serve with red meat, game, and stews.


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UPC code: 7 84585 01162 9
2007 Crucero, Reserva, Syrah, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml

"Bright purple color. Cherry preserves, cassis and licorice on the nose. Sweet cherry and dark berry flavors are complicated by licorice, black pepper and a hint of camphor. Juicy and appealingly fresh but slightly tart, finishing with lingering blackberry and pepper qualities."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (March/April 10), 87 pts

A bit lemony and tight to start with; aromas of roasted berry, coffee, shoe polish and tar are hard and dark. In the mouth, it’s fresh and tannic, with forward flavors of black fruit, herbs, dark chocolate and toast. Shows some heat and burn on the finish, but it’s a concentrated, full-force wine. M.S.
- Wine Enthusiast (February 1st 2011), 87pts

National Retail Price: $12.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01180 3
2010 Crucero, Reserva, Carmenere, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
90% Carménère, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
Pre - fermenting maceration at 15ºC for five days.
Fermentation between 28º to 30ºC to get more color and structure. Four light pumping over are done daily. Skin contact maceration for about two weeks. Then the juice was separated from the skins, which were pressed to extract more juice. 100% malolactic fermentation.
Aging in American and French oak for 10 to 12  months
Before bottling the wine is cold stabilized and filtered through thick earth and wide plates.
Fine deep color, with average plus density. A brooding quite intense nose: earthy, spicy, prunes and pronounced touch of violets. Entry quite firm and clear cut, with fine acidity and good fruit that adds suppleness. Excellent balance and lots of character.

"Bright purple. Smoke-accented cherry and dark berries on the nose and palate. A juicy, taut midweight that shows good energy and clarity, finishing with gentle spiciness and good persistence."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 88 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01180 3
2008 Crucero, Reserva, Carmenere, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
90% Carménère, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
Pre - fermenting maceration at 15ºC for five days.
Fermentation between 28º to 30ºC to get more color and structure. Four light pumping over are done daily. Skin contact maceration for about two weeks. Then the juice was separated from the skins, which were pressed to extract more juice. 100% malolactic fermentation.
Aging in American and French oak for 10 to 12  months
Before bottling the wine is cold stabilized and filtered through thick earth and wide plates.
Fine deep color, with average plus density. A brooding quite intense nose: earthy, spicy, prunes and pronounced touch of violets. Entry quite firm and clear cut, with fine acidity and good fruit that adds suppleness. Excellent balance and lots of character.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01180 3
2007 Crucero, Reserva, Carmenere, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
90% Carménère, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
Pre - fermenting maceration at 15ºC for five days.
Fermentation between 28º to 30ºC to get more color and structure. Four light pumping over are done daily. Skin contact maceration for about two weeks. Then the juice was separated from the skins, which were pressed to extract more juice. 100% malolactic fermentation.
Aging in American and French oak for 10 to 12  months
Before bottling the wine is cold stabilized and filtered through thick earth and wide plates.
Fine deep color, with average plus density. A brooding quite intense nose: earthy, spicy, prunes and pronounced touch of violets. Entry quite firm and clear cut, with fine acidity and good fruit that adds suppleness. Excellent balance and lots of character

National Retail Price: $12.99 / bottle

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UPC code: 7 84585 01178 0
2010 Crucero, Reserva, Merlot, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
"Glass-staining ruby. Nicely focused aromas of cherry, pungent herbs, mint and mocha. Youthfully taut and spicy, with tangy red fruit and spicecake flavors complicated by an herbal nuance. Finishes with building but harmonious tannins, good clarity and spicy cut."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 88 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01178 0
2007 Crucero, Reserva, Merlot, Colchagua Valley 12/750ml
Pre-fermenting maceration for five days, alcoholic fermentation at 28º-30º C to extract most of the polyphenols, post fermenting maceration two to three weeks. Part of the wine is fermented in barrels for six months. Malolactic fermentation in tanks.
Aged in 50% oak barrels (American and French) for 10 months.
A red ruby color, complex aromas with hints of black fruits, confiture and some spicy aromas in perfect harmony with the wood. The palate displays juicy and soft tannins that makes the wine very easy to drink. A long and persistent finish.
Pairs well with chicken, game, pasta.

"Ruby-red. Cherry-cola, mocha and licorice on the oak-spiced nose. Light-bodied, sweet red and dark berry flavors are smooth and slightly candied. The vanilla note resonates on the finish, which offers modest persistence and refreshing spice character."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (March/April 10), 87 pts

National Retail Price: $12.99 / bottle

GRAN CRUCERO
The wines are produced from the best vineyards, from grapes harvested at their ideal maturity, and aged in French and American oak barrels.

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UPC code: 7 84585 01182 7
2009 Gran Crucero, Limited Edition, Colchagua Valley 6/750ml
 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Syrah and 20% Carmenere.  1,500 cases produced.
The grapes are carefully hand picked, selected and taken to the crusher where the stems are separated. They are placed in stainless steel tanks for cold maceration for 5 to 6 days. Temperature is carefully raised to start fermentation at 24ºC and 28ºC in order to keep varietal aromas. During the initial fermentation, a daily pump over is done and when fermentation is finished part of the wine is left in post fermenting maceration for 2 to 3 weeks; it is then separated from the skins and pressed. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels (30% American and 70% French), where the wine stays for about 16 months. Finally a soft clarification and a cold stabilization when necessary are done.
Aged in American and French oak barrels for 14 months.
Lovely and intense violet color. It has aromas of confiture, notes of spices, green and red pepper, well complemented with smoky tones and intense coffee and tobacco aromas. Soft tannins, it is a rounded and expressive wine, very generous, nice concentration and sweet flavors to the end, with spicy and peppery flavors.

"Opaque ruby. Powerful, smoky aromas of dark berries, cherry, pipe tobacco, licorice and mocha. Sweet and velvety, offering open-knit dark fruit flavors complicated by suave anise and vanilla bean nuances. The long finish features lingering spiciness and very good energy."
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May 2012), 91 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01182 7
2008 Gran Crucero, Limited Edition, Colchagua Valley 6/750ml
 50% Syrah, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Carmenere.  1,500 cases produced.
The grapes are carefully hand picked, selected and taken to the crusher where the stems are separated. They are placed in stainless steel tanks for cold maceration for 5 to 6 days. Temperature is carefully raised to start fermentation at 24ºC and 28ºC in order to keep varietal aromas. During the initial fermentation, a daily pump over is done and when fermentation is finished part of the wine is left in post fermenting maceration for 2 to 3 weeks; it is then separated from the skins and pressed. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels (30% American and 70% French), where the wine stays for about 16 months. Finally a soft clarification and a cold stabilization when necessary are done.
Aged in American and French oak barrels for 14 months.
Lovely and intense violet color. It has aromas of confiture, notes of spices, green and red pepper, well complemented with smoky tones and intense coffee and tobacco aromas. Soft tannins, it is a rounded and expressive wine, very generous, nice concentration and sweet flavors to the end, with spicy and peppery flavors.

"Expressive cassis, cedar and spicy aromas and flavours with a refreshing, persistent finish."
Bronze Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards 2011

"a blend of 50% syrah, 35% cabernet sauvignon and 15% carmenere) Deep ruby. Wild aromas of cassis, dark chocolate, smoky herbs and earth, along with a touch of incense. Then supple and pliant, offering juicy redcurrant and bitter cherry, smoke and licorice flavors. The sappy finish lingers with good authority and echoes the smoky note."
-Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May/June 2011) 89 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01182 7
2007 Gran Crucero, Limited Edition, Colchagua Valley 6/750ml
 50% Syrah, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Carmenere,

"50% syrah, 35% cabernet sauvignon and 15% carmenere) Opaque violet. Black fruits, licorice pastille and dark chocolate on the nose and in the mouth. Firm and focused on the finish but in no way hard, with suave floral and sweet dark fruit notes lingering. This is delicious right now."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (May/June 2011), 90 pts

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UPC code: 7 84585 01182 7
2006 Gran Crucero, Limited Edition, Colchagua Valley 6/750ml
 55% Carmenere, 30% Syrah, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. 

"Powerful, deeply scented aromas of cherry-cola, cassis, licorice and vanilla, with a spicy overtone. Spicy and surprisingly lively on the palate, offering fresh red and dark berry and oak spice flavors and a strong note of anise. The finish repeats the red fruit and leaves a tangy, peppery quality behind. This surprisingly youthful wine benefits from an hour of air; better yet, I'd stash it away for at least a couple more years."
- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (March/April 10), 90 pts

"The opening of tobacco, lemon peel, floral notes and mixed black fruits is alluring, while the palate is crisp and acidic but still fresh and good. Herbal berry fruit flavors with citric hints work the flavor profile, and the finish smacks down with firm tannins and bite. Nice aromas and flavors but the mouthfeel needs some work. 55% Carmenère with 30% Syrah and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. - M.S."
- Wine Enthusiast (September 1st 2010), 88 pts

National Retail Price: $28.95 / bottle