COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Merlot
PRODUCER
Concha y Toro
REGION
Central Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Casillero del Diablo Merlot 2022 is a red wine from Chile's Central Valley, produced by Viña Concha y Toro. Its name, 'The Devil's Cellar,' originates from a local legend created by the founder, Don Melchor de Concha y Toro, to safeguard his wine. Concha y Toro, established in 1883, is a leading wine exporter from Latin America, recognized globally for its commitment to quality and diverse wine offerings. The Central Valley's climate, with its warm days and cool nights, provides ideal conditions for grape maturation, contributing to the wine's balanced character. This particular Merlot is noted for offering a high level of quality relative to its price point.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Casillero del Diablo' means 'The Devil's Cellar'.
Fact 02
Legend says the devil was rumored to live in the cellar to deter thieves.
Fact 03
Concha y Toro is one of the largest wine producers in the world.
Fact 04
This wine is known for its excellent value for money.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Casillero del Diablo Merlot 2022 is produced from 100% Merlot grapes. Following harvest, the grapes undergo fermentation, likely in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit character. The wine is then aged, with sources indicating a combination of French and American oak barrels, and potentially stainless steel. This aging process contributes to the wine's structure and complexity. The 2022 vintage benefited from favorable climatic conditions in the Central Valley, promoting balanced grape development.
