Terra Andina Altos Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon
Full-bodied red wine · Terra Andina
Vintage: Non-Vintage
Type
Full-bodied red wine
Producer
Terra Andina
Country
Chile
Vintage
Non-Vintage
Region & Appellation
Valle del Maipo, Chile
Grape Varieties
75% Syrah, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon
Color & Appearance
Deep ruby red with violet hues, opaque core, and medium-high viscosity showing slow-moving legs on the glass.
Aroma Profile
Intense aromas of ripe black plums, blackberries, and dark cherries, complemented by secondary notes of black pepper, eucalyptus, and subtle vanilla from oak aging.
Tasting Notes
A powerful and fruit-forward attack that opens up to a structured mid-palate featuring dark fruit, spicy undertones, and well-integrated tannins. The finish is persistent, warm, and satisfying with lingering notes of spice and dark chocolate.
Flavor Profile
Dominated by flavors of ripe blackberry, juicy plum, and cassis, layered with savory notes of black peppercorn, mint, subtle leather, and integrated oak toastiness.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a velvety, plush mouthfeel and a rich, concentrated texture that coats the palate.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium-plus acidity providing a fresh backbone to balance the rich fruit, paired with ripe, fine-grained tannins that offer gentle grip without harshness.
Sweetness Level
Dry with minimal residual sugar.
Alcohol Content
14% ABV
Aging & Oak
Aged in contact with French and American oak to impart subtle notes of vanilla and spice while maintaining the fresh fruit character of the grapes.
Food Pairings
Ideal for hearty autumn dishes such as braised beef shank, roasted lamb chops with rosemary, mushroom risotto, and mature semi-hard cheeses like Gouda or Cheddar.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in a large Bordeaux-style red wine glass. Decanting for 30 minutes to an hour will help open up the spice and fruit aromatics.
Price Range
USD 12 to 20
Quality Assessment
An everyday premium wine scoring around 86-88 points, offering great value and reliable consistency across releases.
Production Methods
Fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures with traditional pump-overs to extract color and tannins, followed by brief oak maturation before bottling.
Terroir
Valle del Maipo benefits from a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and cool nights influenced by the Andes Mountains, leading to excellent diurnal temperature variation which preserves freshness in the grapes.
History & Heritage
Terra Andina was founded to showcase the diversity of Chile's premier wine valleys through innovative winemaking techniques and modern packaging.
Interesting Facts
The 'Altos' tier highlights high-altitude vineyard parcels where cooler temperatures allow grapes to develop intense color and pronounced aromatic profiles.
Cellaring Potential
Best consumed within 2 to 4 years of purchase; not intended for long-term cellaring.
Similar Wines
Concha y Toro Terrunyo Carmenere, Montes Alpha Syrah, and other Chilean red blends from the Maipo or Colchagua Valleys.