Emiliana
Coyam Colchagua Valley Chile Bio 2020
| Denomination | DO Colchagua Valley |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Colchagua Valley (Chile) |
| Grape varieties | 38% Syrah, 37% Carmènere, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Carignano, 4% Garnacha, 4% Mourvedre, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec, 1% Tempranillo |
| Aging | In French oak barriques (75%) and American (25%) for 12 months. |
- Origin and vintage: Colchagua Valley (Chile), still biodynamic red wine, 2020 harvest
- Grape varieties: Blend of Syrah, Carménère, Cabernet, Carignan and other varieties
- Aromatic profile: Notes of blackcurrant and wild berries with hints of toasted black pepper
- Taste and structure: Full-bodied structure, soft and ripe tannins, very long persistence
- Ageing: Gravity processing, 12 months in wood, 14% ABV, 0.75 l format
Description
What kind of wine it is
Coyam is an intense biodynamic and organic red from Emiliana, a true expression of the Colchagua Valley in Chile. This blend harmoniously combines Syrah, Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Tempranillo. It displays a deep ruby red colour, while the aromatic bouquet releases vivid notes of cassis and wild berries, enriched by hints of toasted black pepper. On the palate, it reveals a full-bodied structure, supported by soft, ripe tannins that lead to an exceptionally long finish.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from vineyards located in the fertile valleys of Maipo and Colchagua, Chile. Emiliana follows a strict sustainable agricultural philosophy, cultivating the land according to organic and biodynamic principles. Deliberately low yields per vine ensure an intense aromatic profile, allowing the grapes to develop great concentration. The origin in the Colchagua Valley enables the wine to fully express the natural ecosystem, maintaining a deep and respectful connection with the region's biodiversity.
How it is produced
Production involves a strictly manual harvest and careful selection of the best bunches. In the winery, the must is handled using a gentle gravity-flow system. After a brief cold maceration, alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks. This is followed by meticulous maturation in French and American oak barrels for twelve months. This skilful passage in wood enriches the blend, imparting a deep tannic softness and enhancing the overall elegance.
History and Curiosities
Born in 1998 from Emiliana's pioneering vision, Coyam DO Colchagua Valley embodies the essence of organic and biodynamic viticulture. The grapes, meticulously hand-picked, are vinified using a delicate gravity-flow system to enhance their aromatic purity. After careful selection and cold maceration, the blend matures for twelve months in oak barriques, giving the palate great body and character. This virtuous journey enabled the 2020 vintage to achieve the excellent score of 95/100 from Decanter.
Awards
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2020
95/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2020
94/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2020
92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2020
90/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1998
- Hectares: 240
Together with visionary winemaker Álvaro Espinoza, they began converting a conventional Chilean winery into a 100% organic and biodynamic winery, with the firm objective of creating wines of the highest quality while respecting people and the environment. After more than 2 decades, what began as a dream is today a full portfolio of products, with both domestic and International recognition, that meet the needs of today’s consumer. Read more
| Name | Coyam Colchagua Valley Chile 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red biodynamic still |
| Denomination | Colchagua Valley DO |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 38% Syrah, 37% Carmènere, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Carignano, 4% Garnacha, 4% Mourvedre, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec, 1% Tempranillo |
| Country | Chile |
| Region | Colchagua Valley |
| Vendor | Emiliana |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in 1998 from Emiliana's pioneering vision, Coyam DO Colchagua Valley embodies the essence of organic and biodynamic viticulture. The grapes, meticulously hand-picked, are vinified using a delicate gravity-flow system to enhance their aromatic purity. After careful selection and cold maceration, the blend matures for twelve months in oak barriques, giving the palate great body and character. This virtuous journey enabled the 2020 vintage to achieve the excellent score of 95/100 from Decanter. |
| Origin | Vineyards owned in the Maipo and Colchagua valleys, Chile |
| Yield per hectare | Maximum 4,000–5,000 kg/hectare |
| Fermentation temperature | 28-30 °C |
| Production technique | Vinification using a gravity flow system; alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation in French oak barriques; cold maceration |
| Wine making | A further manual selection is carried out to choose the healthiest and highest quality grapes, which are then vinified in the cellar equipped with a gravity flow system. Vinification begins with maceration at 8 0°C for 4-5 days, followed by alcoholic fermentation at 28-30°C in steel tanks and malolactic fermentation in French oak barriques. |
| Aging | In French oak barriques (75%) and American (25%) for 12 months. |
| Total acidity | 5.94 gr/L |
| PH | 3.5 |
| Residual sugar | 2.94 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |