Millahue 2022 VIK

Description

Avis professionnels

James Suckling (99)

What a perfume: deep, rich and complex. Minerals are chiseled into the opulent, minty blackberries, black licorice and tamarind with a touch of balsamic. Judicious oak, integrated sandalwood and dark chocolate as well. Full-bodied with a lot of refined, small-grained tannins. A persistent finish that lingers and goes on and on. 79% cabernet franc and 21% cabernet sauvignon. Concentrated, but will soften more in two or three years.

Jancis Robinson (16.50)

79% Cabernet Franc, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Millahue Valley. Harvest from 1 March to 7 May. 2022 was a cold year. Aged for 26 months in barrels of native oak from the estate. New blend focusing on Cabernet Franc.
Glowing dark garnet. Just very slightly gamey on the nose. I’d much enjoy this if eating in their restaurant enjoying the views but I feel it lacks the fragrance and elegance of Cheval des Andes over the mountains! Rather drying, sudden, warm finish. Just a tad brutal. (JR)

Vinous (95)

The 2022 VIK is 79% Cabernet Franc and 21% Cabernet Sauvignon from Millahue. This aged for 26 months in 55% new in-house barrels and 14% in amphorae. Blackberry and blueberry lead the nose, followed by ash, cedar and garrigue. Dry and flavorful, with fine structure and firm grip, this ends with a tense, persistent finish. The oak tannins are noticeable but well integrated.