Crucero
The Crossroad of Grapes to Wine
Our Chilean wines come from The Colchagua Valley a region with a long standing tradition. The Colchagua Valley is truly a synthesis of the country way of living and wine has been produced here by Vina Siegal for decades.
This area, which has deservedly been raised to the category of appellation of origin in wine making, has maintained its prestige due to the great quality of its wines. One of its noted symbols is the high quality of its red wines in general.
Its variety of soils and climatic conditions, some warmer, some cooler, has given the region plenty of advantages for grapevine cultivation.
Our Crucero wines are produced with world class quality for international distribution and consumption; we know you will enjoy the taste of Chile. Winemaker Alberto Siegel is very proud of his wines.
Tasting Notes: Crucero Chardonnay
Attractive yellow colour with some green tones. Its intense varietal character reminds ripe fruits, with tones of powder and honey well harmonized with wood. In mouth is fat, fruity and with some lactic notes. Very good beginning, development and final, it definetely is a rich and interesting wine.
100% Chardonnay from the Colchagua Valley - 25% of volume aged in American oak for 3 months. Residual sugar is 2.5g/l with a 5.1g/l of acid. Alcohol is 13.5%.
Serving Suggestions:
The Crucero Chardonnay pairs wonderfully with pasta, fish, seafood, and cheeses.
Tasting Notes: Crucero Cabernet Sauvignon
Lovely and intense ruby colour. It has a nice aroma with hints of red ripe fruits, strawberry jam, hints of plums and some tones of vainilla. In mouth is fat, well balanced, soft tannins, well rounded, good concentration and persistency. It's hard to say how nice it is to open a bottle and to feel the pleasure of drinking it.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon, with 30% of volume is aged for six months in American oak. Residual sugar is 2.2g/l and 4.9g/l of acid. Alcohol is 13.5%.
Serving Suggestions:
THe Crucero Cabernet Sauvignon pairs exceptionally well with pasta, red meats, and cheeses.
Tasting Notes: Crucero Carmenere
Fine deep colour, with average plus density. A brooding quite intense nose: earthy, prunes and pronounced touch of violets. Entry quite firm and clear cut, with fine acidity and good fruit that adds supleness. Not very long, but excellent balance. Very good with lots of character.
90% Carmenere, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. 30% of volume is aged in American oak for three month. Residual sugar is 2.6g/l, with a 4.6g/l of acid. Alcohol is 13.5%.
Serving Suggestions:
The Crucero Carmenere pairs perfectly with chicken, pasta, red meats, and cheeses.