{"product_id":"perez-cruz-cabernet-franc-limited-edition-2024","title":"Perez Cruz Cabernet Franc Limited Edition 2024","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViña Pérez Cruz Limited Edition Cabernet Franc 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaipo Valley Andes, Chile | Cabernet Franc-led red blend\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant, aromatic and beautifully balanced, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViña Pérez Cruz Limited Edition Cabernet Franc 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e showcases the distinctive character of Cabernet Franc grown in Chile's Alto Maipo region. Part of the winery's Limited Edition collection, this wine emphasizes varietal expression, fresh fruit and savory complexity, with restrained oak influence that allows the vineyard and grape to shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose opens with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efresh raspberries, ripe cherries, red currants and plum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, accented by subtle floral notes, green pepper, fresh mint and delicate spice. On the palate, red fruit combines with darker berry flavors, supported by soft, velvety tannins and refreshing acidity. Herbal and savory nuances add complexity, leading to a long, persistent finish that remains lively and balanced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritic Score\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e92 Points — Revista Adega\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe review of the 2024 vintage highlights ripe red and black fruits, floral and herbal aromas, spicy nuances, lively acidity and firm yet well-integrated tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes It Special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Franc is often recognized for its fragrant aromatics, fresh acidity and savory herbal character. In the Maipo Valley Andes, the variety develops ripe fruit while retaining the freshness that makes it particularly food-friendly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePérez Cruz's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFundo Liguai estate in Huelquén, Alto Maipo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, features alluvial and colluvial soils that help express the character of this distinctive vineyard area. The Limited Edition range was created to showcase individual grape varieties and highlight their most representative characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine is made to preserve Cabernet Franc's aromatic intensity and freshness. It spends \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14 months in French oak barrels that have been used for three or four previous vintages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding subtle complexity without overwhelming the fruit with new-oak flavors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Viña Pérez Cruz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limited Edition Cabernet Franc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maipo Valley Andes, Chile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 92% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot, 3% Malbec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14.4%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOak Aging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14 months in third- and fourth-use French oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 57–60°F (14–16°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 30 minutes recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect With\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrilled steak, lean beef, lamb chops, venison, roasted mushrooms, herb-seasoned vegetables, lentil stew and smoked cheeses. Its fresh acidity and herbal notes also make it a natural match for dishes featuring rosemary, thyme, green peppercorns and savory sauces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"IN THE CRU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48187806449820,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/6253\/1460\/files\/UntitledDesign_39.png?v=1793374109","url":"https:\/\/inthecru.com\/products\/perez-cruz-cabernet-franc-limited-edition-2024","provider":"In The Cru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}