Khipu Merlot

Khipu Merlot is the most popular red wine in the Khipu collection and is considered a Chilean gem for its elegant structure and soft finesse. The name Khipu derives from the word quipu, an ancient Inca means of communication that remained a mystery for centuries. The ropes and knots used for communication are featur... Read more
Vintage 2023
Size 0.75L
Grapes
Aromas & flavours
Cherries Plums Blackberries Vanilla Herbs Toffee
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6,75
Number of bottles Total 40,50
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How this wine tastes

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Flavour profile

Complexity
Moderately complex

Aromas & flavours

Grape & vineyard

Cherries Plums Blackberries

Winemaking & ageing

Vanilla Herbs Toffee

From vineyard to bottle

The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.

Khipu Merlot is the most popular red wine in the Khipu collection and is considered a Chilean gem for its elegant structure and soft finesse. The name Khipu derives from the word quipu, an ancient Inca means of communication that remained a mystery for centuries. The ropes and knots used for communication are featured on the labels of Khipu wines. The Incas used this method of communication during their travels through the Central Valley, where the Khipu winery is also located.

The grapes for this Khipu Merlot are grown in various valleys in Chile to create a perfect Merlot blend. The majority of the grapes come from the Rapel Valley, known for its softness and finesse. Grapes from the Aconcagua Valley, Maule Valley, and Curico Valley are also used to give this red wine its ample power. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully destemmed before being fermented and aged in stainless steel vats. A small portion is aged in French oak to give the wine even more suppleness.

Pouring this red wine immediately reveals its beautiful purple-red color. The aroma reveals a bouquet of ripe black cherries, plums, a light earthy note, and a hint of vanilla. These delightful aromas translate into nuances of black fruit like cherries and blackberries on the palate, interspersed with hints of spice, toffee, and vanilla. The finish is ripe and silky smooth with subtle tannins. This red wine pairs perfectly with chicken dishes or Italian pasta. In short, Khipu Merlot is an absolute must for wine lovers looking for an elegant and refined red wine from Chile.
Khipu Merlot
The wineryKhipu Central Valley Chile · Chile
Vintage 2023
Het oogstjaar 2023 in Chili kende over het algemeen gunstige omstandigheden, wat resulteerde in wijnen met een goede balans en expressief fruit. Hoewel er enkele uitdagingen waren, wisten veel producenten kwaliteitswijnen te produceren.

More about Khipu

Buy or order Khipu wine Khipu's wines come from Chile's Central Valley. Central Valley is one of the world's most renowned wine regions.

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The wine

Red · Merlot · 2023
Wine type
Red
Varietal(s)
Merlot
Vintage
2023
Size
0.75 L
Alcohol content
12.0%
Closure
-

Origin & winery

Chile · Central Valley Chile
Producer
Khipu
Country
Chile
Region
Central Valley Chile
Appellation
-

Terroir & maturation

A small portion matures in French oak.
Soil
-
Maturation
A small portion matures in French oak.
Oak aged
Yes
Single grape variety
Yes
Sparkling
No
Malolactic conversion
Yes
Taste style
Smooth Red

Serving & cellaring

Roast Chicken, Pork
Ideal serving temperature
16° - 18°C
Drinking Window
2024–2028
Food Pairing
Roast Chicken,
Pork

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