The Incident 2019
El Incidente is an iconic Carmenere-based wine.
The grapes come from a selection of the best vineyards owned by Viu Manent, located in the Colchagua Valley.
The Carménère comes from the La Capilla vineyard and the Malbec from San Carlos.
We named this wine "El Incidente" in memory of the now legendary trip that José Miguel Viu B, 3rd generation of the family at the helm of the winery, made with a group of friends to fly over their vineyards in Colchagua.
The adventure ended unexpectedly when the hot air balloon landed in an open-air market in the town of Santa Cruz, to the surprise of many spectators.
Pairing and Specifications
Ideal for dishes with meat and personality such as duck confit, wild boar loin, also pairs very well with lamb and smoked meats.
Cheeses like provolone with rosemary.
- Format: 750 ml bottle
- Serve at 17-18 degrees.
- Decant. Aging potential 12 years.
Tasting Notes
Intense and deep violet color.
On the nose, it very clearly represents the variety; it is intense, complex, expressive, and elegant, with notes of blue and red fruits, plum, black pepper, violets, and sweet spices.
On the palate, it is very balanced, vibrant, medium-bodied, elegant, precise, and has a long finish.
Awards
- 95 Points James Suckling 2023.
- 94 Tim Atkin, United Kingdom 2023.
- 93 Points. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, United States 2023.
