Winery:  "Merlot from the Veramonte estate in Chile�s cool Casablanca Valley gets seriously long hang-time which intensifies both the gorgeous purple color and intensity on the palate. This cool climate wine is one of Chile�s only true Merlots, which accounts for its structure and purity of fruit. Youthful dark fruit aromas with hints of chocolate, pepper and toasted oak.  Rich and full of generous berry flavors accompanied by velvety smooth tannins."

Wired For Wine:  The Veramonte Reserva Merlot delivers the ultimate bang for the buck in this intense and elegant purple wine.  Stock up winelovers!  The impressive complexity of the Veramonte, coupled with the deep berry flavors and the silky soft tannins guarantee that it will work well with something everybody likes from chicken and duck, on through to salmon, pork loin, lamb and steak.  We keep a case on hand for these reasons alone.  Pour a glass and enjoy it with some rustic mushroom bruschettas while you consider the possibilities.   It is perfect with some of our favorite comfort foods: meatloaf and spaghetti bolognaise.  Grilled lamb chops marinated in olive oil, sea salt and crushed garlic will garner praise as well.  And finally, classic roast chicken with your favorite herbs in the cavity to give subtle flavor will please any crowd.  Fancy it up with a creamy porcini risotto on the side if you like...  When the meal is over, open another bottle and enjoy it with an herby, nutty Swiss Appenzeller cheese.  Rico!

Size:  750ml
Vintage: 2006
Varietal:  95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
Ageing:  8 months in French and American oak, 20% new
Alcohol: 13.5%
Region: Casablanca Valley, alongside Chile's Pacific coast