Colchagua, which forms part of the larger Rapel Valley, runs southeast to
northwest, from the foothills of the Andes on its east to the Coastal Range on
its west.
La Despensa wines from Chile’s Colchagua Valley is owned, organically-farmed
and operated by Matt Ridgway, originally from Dorset, and his Chilean wife Ana.
La Despensa is focused on varieties that are not what you’d typically expect from
Chile, such as the traditional Rhône grapes of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and
Cinsault. La Despensa produces high-quality, fresh, unoaked and deliciously drinkable wines that invite a second glass!
La Despensa Boutique Field Blend wine is fresh and easy drinking with the acidity and tannins to help the wine age over the years to come. Drink now or hold your peace for 5+ years! Grenache provides the fruit-forward part of the wine and also some grippy tannins, with Syrah adding structure and colour. Mourvèdre adds elegance and finesse, and the Roussanne helps add some roundness and mouthfeel alongside a slightly tropical kick. This is a very versatile wine and will accompany pretty much all styles and types of food, works well with darker meats and has the acidity to cut through rich sauces too.
Country: Chile
Region: Colchagua Valley
ABV: 14.5%
Grapes: 45% Grenache, 35% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre and 5% Roussanne
Volume: 75cl
Vintage: 2020
Suitable for Vegans: Yes
