Errazuriz Max Cabernet Sauvignon

92 points - Tim Atkins: 2018 vintage. Lower in alcohol than in the past, as most of the Errázuriz reds tend to be these days, this is a youthful assemblage of Cabernet Sauvignon with 15% Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. The 25% new oak is still quite assertive, but this has the structure to age and appealing mint, cassis, green pepper and dark chocolate flavours. 2022-30



90 points - Robert Parker: 2018 vintage. The mild 2018 started with good water supply in Aconcagua, and the grapes used for the 2018 Max Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon from the inland part of the valley were balanced and healthy. The grapes fermented in stainless steel, and the wine matured for 12 monts in French oak barrels, 30% of them new. This variety sees a longer élevage than others, so I caught the wine still unbottled. It's classical and balanced, with clean aromas and a tender mouthfeel with fine-grained tannins.

Eyes: Bright ruby red with violet hues of medium intensity
Nose: Red and black fruits such as raspberries, blackberries and cherries, accompanied by soft tone reminiscent of clove, liquorice and bitter chocolate
Mouth: Juicy and fresh acidity that enhances the plums, blackberries, a hint of pomegranate and raspberries pastries, fine-grained tannins that lead to a refreshing acidity that balances the whole, crowned by an excellent persistence

Pair with red meats and well-seasoned dishes.

Serving temperature: Room temp. at 16-20°C
Storage: Up to 3-5 days after opening

Max, named in honour of the founder, Don Maximiano Errázuriz, reflects the in-depth exploration carried out by Viña Errázuriz in the Aconcagua Valley and in other valleys, some of which are the best and most recognised valleys in Chile for producing each of the varieties that are sourced for these wines. As a result, these wines stand out for their finesse, elegance, freshness and delicious acidity, and as a result, it reflects each one of the valleys from where they come from.