Spring Is Almost Here and That Means It’s Time for the Spring Season!
As Spring enters the northern hemisphere, that means it's harvest time for the Chilean and South African vineyards. Now is the perfect time to sign up for our spring pressings!September 27, 2023
The autumn winds roll in. The weather cools.
In Chile and South Africa, that can only mean one thing: harvest time.
The family-owned vineyards we partner with will soon begin collecting their grapes. Now is the perfect time to sign up for our spring pressings.
Whether you’re craving a Chilean Malbec or a South African Pinotage, it’s time to make your spring wine with us.
The Chilean Region
Chile is home to some of the world’s favorite wines. From high quality whites to award-winning reds, Chile’s viticulture is a Make Wine With Us favorite for a reason.
Our grapes come from family-owned vineyards in The Curicó Valley.
One of the oldest wine regions in the country, The Curicó Valley, is known for its Mediterranean climate and alluvial soil.
It's the perfect recipe for world-class reds.
The Curicó Valley Stats:
- It’s located 115 miles south of Santiago
- This valley features a Mediterranean climate and a fertile soil cultivated from limestone and Andean volcanic rock
- Make Wine With Us recommends Chilean Malbec and Carménère grapes
Chile’s Malbec & Carménère
Chilean Malbec is a fruit forward wine that perfectly pairs with seasonal favorites like summer BBQs and hearty winter stews. These violet, blue-ish grapes make a rich, dark-colored wine with a smooth and rounded finish.
They may have originated in France, but these grapes now thrive in the Chilean heat and high altitudes. Their new home has given the Malbec grapes a thick skin that’s high in several nutrients, perfect for heart health, immunity, and reducing inflammation.
The perfect excuse to reach for an extra glass and toast to your health.
Like the Malbec grape, Carménère hail from France. After an outbreak of Phylloxera destroyed the Bordeaux vineyards, the rare Carménère, mainly now only exists in Chile.
These grapes are richly aromatic and create wines with herbaceous and sweet, berry notes. A great complement to almost any meal.
Carménère is perfect for Merlot connoisseurs, looking for something a little different.
The South African Region
Chilean Malbec is a fruit forward wine that perfectly pairs with seasonal favorites like summer BBQs and hearty winter stews. These violet, blue-ish grapes make a rich, dark-colored wine with a smooth and rounded finish.
They may have originated in France, but these grapes now thrive in the Chilean heat and high altitudes. Their new home has given the Malbec grapes a thick skin that’s high in several nutrients, perfect for heart health, immunity, and reducing inflammation.
The perfect excuse to reach for an extra glass and toast to your health.
Like the Malbec grape, Carménère hail from France. After an outbreak of Phylloxera destroyed the Bordeaux vineyards, the rare Carménère, mainly now only exists in Chile.
These grapes are richly aromatic and create wines with herbaceous and sweet, berry notes. A great complement to almost any meal.
Carménère is perfect for Merlot connoisseurs, looking for something a little different.
South Africa’s Pinotage
Despite being related to Pinot Noir, Pinotage’s delicious grapes and wine are closer in character to a Shiraz. Like the Malbec above, Pinotage is perfect for BBQs and stews.
These grapes are a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsaut (also known as South African Hermitage) and are known for their dark color, high tannins, and bold flavor.
Pinotage expertly combines fruit forward flavors with savory flavors and smoky aromas. It’s perfect for fans of Pinot Noir and Shiraz, who are looking for a spicy and rich alternative.
Our spring pressings are perfect for wine enthusiasts who are looking for classic wines with a twist. These bold, fruit-forward wines pair well with a variety of meals and activities.
Share a few bottles with friends or sip on your own. Whatever you decide, the spring wines will be there.
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