Emiliana
Coyam Colchagua Valley Chile Bio 2021
| 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 | Aged for 12 months in French (75%) and American (25%) oak barriques. |
- Origin and style: Biodynamic and organic red wine from the Colchagua Valley DO, vegan
- Blend composition: 37% Syrah and 33% Carménère along with seven other grape varieties
- Aromas: Blackcurrant and forest fruits accompanied by spicy hints of toasted black pepper
- Flavour: Full and concentrated structure, soft tannins, intense and long-lasting finish
- Vinification and ageing: Hand-harvested, 12 months in oak and 10-15 years cellaring potential
Description
Style of wine
Coyam is a biodynamic and organic red wine produced by Emiliana, one of the most representative expressions of the Colchagua Valley in Chile. This enveloping red blend is born from the union of Syrah, Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Tempranillo grapes. To the eye, it presents a deep ruby-red colour, which precedes an intense bouquet of cassis and forest fruits, enriched by hints of toasted black pepper. On the palate, it expresses a full-bodied structure and velvety tannins, closing with a persistent finish that reveals the elegant influence of the wood.
Origin
Coming from the vineyards of the Los Robles estate, situated in the Colchagua Valley with contributions from the Maipo Valley, this wine reflects a deep respect for the terroir. Here, the principles of organic and biodynamic agriculture are adopted, with the aim of preserving local biodiversity. The deliberately low yields guarantee an optimal concentration and a vibrant expression of the fruit. The unique ecosystem of these fertile valleys gives the wine an intense aromatic profile and precise varietal definition, outlining a bold character in perfect harmony with the natural environment.
How it is produced
Winemaking begins with a strictly manual harvest and a meticulous selection of the bunches. In the cellar, the must is moved using a delicate gravity-fed system. After cold maceration and temperature-controlled fermentation in steel, malolactic fermentation takes place in wood. This is followed by twelve months of ageing in French and American oak barrels, a fundamental step that smoothes the tannic texture and enhances the spicy notes. The result is a wine of great balance, ideal for accompanying structured red meats, game and mature cheeses.
History and interesting facts
Born in 1998 from the vision of the Emiliana winery, Coyam is a true icon of Chilean organic and biodynamic viticulture. Hailing from the DO Colchagua Valley, this blend showcases the grapes of the Los Robles estate, hand-harvested and processed using a gravity-fed system. Meticulous ageing for twelve months in French and American oak barrels enriches its profile with great elegance. The 2021 vintage stands out as the prestigious 20th Anniversary Edition, celebrating the stature of Chile's most important organic winery.
Awards
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2021
95/100
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.
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 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red biodynamic still |
| Denomination | Colchagua Valley DO |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| 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 interesting facts Born in 1998 from the vision of the Emiliana winery, Coyam is a true icon of Chilean organic and biodynamic viticulture. Hailing from the DO Colchagua Valley, this blend showcases the grapes of the Los Robles estate, hand-harvested and processed using a gravity-fed system. Meticulous ageing for twelve months in French and American oak barrels enriches its profile with great elegance. The 2021 vintage stands out as the prestigious 20th Anniversary Edition, celebrating the stature of Chile's most important organic winery. |
| Origin | Estate-owned vineyards in the Maipo and Colchagua Valleys, Chile |
| Yield per hectare | Maximum 4,000–5,000 kg/hectare |
| Fermentation temperature | 28 to 30 °C |
| Production technique | Hand-harvesting and selection of the bunches; vinification using a gravity-flow system; short cold maceration; alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation in French oak barriques; ageing for 12 months in French (75%) and American (25%) oak. |
| Wine making | Manual harvesting and selection of the grapes; must handling via a gravity-flow system; cold maceration at 8–10 °C for 4–5 days; alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (28–30 °C); malolactic fermentation in French oak barriques; ageing for 12 months in French (75%) and American (25%) oak barrels/barriques. |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months in French (75%) and American (25%) oak barriques. |
| Total acidity | 5.94 gr/L |
| PH | 3.5 |
| Residual sugar | 2.94 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |