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2022 Merlot, Cousino Macul
£1395
Cousiño Macul, a cornerstone of Chilean winemaking since 1856, remains a family-owned estate nestled in the heart of the Maipo Valley, Chile’s premier region for Bordeaux varieties. With a legacy rooted in tradition and innovation, Cousiño Macul continues to produce expressive, terroir-driven wines that reflect the unique microclimate and stony alluvial soils of its estate vineyards just outside Santiago.

The 2022 Merlot is a vibrant and modern interpretation of this classic varietal. In the glass, it shows a bright ruby-red hue with brilliant clarity. The nose is perfumed with vivid aromas of ripe strawberry, soft mint, and fresh pepper, complemented by a gentle touch of ginger spice. On the palate, the wine is smooth yet energetic, offering a medium to full body supported by refreshing acidity and round, supple tannins. Its fruit-forward character and subtle herbal complexity lead into a long, persistent finish that lingers with finesse.

Approachable and food-friendly, this Merlot is an ideal pairing for grilled pork, herbed chicken, roasted vegetables, or creamy risottos. A fine example of Maipo Valley Merlot, balancing varietal purity with depth and elegance.

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Red Wine
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Cousino Macul
£1395
A vibrant expression of Maipo Valley terroir, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon from Cousiño Macul showcases the purity and typicity of the variety with no influence from oak ageing.

In the glass, it presents a brilliant ruby-red hue, inviting with youthful energy and clarity. The nose opens with fresh red fruit aromas, bright cherry and ripe raspberry, interwoven with subtle herbal notes of mint and a hint of cracked black pepper. On the palate, this wine is fresh and lively, offering a supple texture supported by firm, persistent tannins and lifted by vibrant acidity. The emphasis is on fruit expression and structure, with a long, clean finish that reflects its varietal integrity.

Perfect for casual meals or as an introduction to classic Chilean Cabernet, this wine pairs beautifully with grilled meats, herb-roasted vegetables, or aged cheeses. A modern, unoaked style that celebrates both the varietal and place.

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Red Wine
2023 Carmenere, Cousino Macul
£1395
The 2023 Cousiño Macul Carménère embodies the rich heritage and innovative spirit of one of Chile’s most esteemed family-owned wineries. Established in 1856, Cousiño Macul remains under the stewardship of its founding family, now in its seventh generation, dedicated to crafting wines that reflect the unique character of the Maipo Valley .

In the glass, the 2023 Carménère has an expressive nose, offering aromas of ripe red fruits such as plums and strawberries, complemented by subtle spicy notes. On the palate, the wine is approachable and juicy, with soft ripe tannins, leading to a lingering finish.

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White Wine
2022 Chardonnay, Cousino Macul
£1395

As one of the pioneers of Chilean Chardonnay, Cousiño Macul has been cultivating this noble variety since the late 19th century, when vine cuttings were brought directly from Burgundy, France, and rooted in the sunlit soils of the Maipo Valley. Today, this heritage lives on in a wine that reflects both tradition and a vibrant, modern expression of place.

In the glass, the 2022 Chardonnay gleams with a golden hue edged by subtle green highlights. The nose is lively and aromatic, offering a fragrant bouquet of tropical pineapple and passion fruit, lifted by fresh notes of green apple and delicate elderflower. On the palate, the wine is crisp and fruit-forward, with a refreshing acidity that makes it both engaging and effortlessly drinkable.

Perfect as an elegant aperitif, this Chardonnay also pairs beautifully with dishes such as salmon ceviche, Caesar salad, or pasta with a vibrant pesto sauce.

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Red Wine
2018 Antiguas Reservas Merlot, Cousino Macul
£1795
Crafted from a meticulous selection of the finest estate-grown Merlot, the 2018 Antiguas Reservas Merlot represents Cousiño Macul’s unwavering dedication to heritage, precision, and age-worthy elegance. The “Antiguas Reservas” designation is reserved for wines that reflect both the estate’s rich lineage, dating back to its founding in 1856, and the highest level of varietal expression. Sourced from low-yielding vines cultivated in the Maipo Valley’s rocky, alluvial soils at the foot of the Andes, the grapes are chosen for their small clusters and concentrated flavour.

Vinified with a focus on preserving fruit purity and structure, this Merlot undergoes careful ageing in French oak barrels to develop texture, depth, and finesse.

In the glass, the bouquet is expressive and refined, offering aromas of ripe red berries, cherry and raspberry, layered with subtle smoky undertones and elegant notes of vanilla from barrel ageing. On the palate, it is vibrant and well-balanced, showcasing lush red fruit flavours complemented by medium-high acidity, polished tannins, and a long, persistent finish.

Elegant yet structured, the 2018 Antiguas Reservas Merlot exemplifies Cousiño Macul’s signature style, combining New World vibrancy with Old World sophistication. Ideal for enjoying now or cellaring for further complexity.

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Red Wine
2020 Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon, Cousino Macul
£1795
Since its inaugural release in 1927, Antiguas Reservas has stood as the benchmark expression of Cousiño Macul’s estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, a limited selection of only the finest fruit, handpicked from vines rooted in the historic Maipo Valley. This cuvée embodies the winery’s unwavering commitment to crafting wines that bridge New World generosity with Old World finesse, creating a style that is both timeless and age-worthy.

In the glass, the 2020 vintage presents a vivid ruby-red hue with glints of violet at the rim. Aromatically expressive, it opens with layers of ripe cherries and fresh strawberries, underpinned by subtle notes of black pepper and a gentle menthol lift. On the palate, it is elegant and well-structured, with firm yet ripe tannins offering grip and balance. A core of juicy red fruit carries through to a savoury, spice-tinged finish that lingers gracefully.

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2017 Finis Terrae Red, Cousino Macul
£2895
Finis Terrae, which is Latin for “End of the Earth”, is a flagship red blend that embodies the essence of the Maipo Valley and the winemaking heritage of Cousiño Macul. This wine represents the culmination of careful selection and blending, where only the finest barrels of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from the estate’s vineyards are chosen after extensive tasting trials to find the perfect expression of balance and harmony.

Sourced from estate vineyards nestled in the Alto Maipo, where the cooling influence of the Andes meets warm valley sun, the 2017 Finis Terrae is a wine of depth, structure, and elegance.

In the glass, it is richly aromatic, offering layers of ripe blackcurrant, plum, and cherry, intertwined with notes of cedar, tobacco, graphite, and a subtle touch of mocha and vanilla from well-integrated oak ageing. On the palate, it is full-bodied and polished, with concentrated dark fruit flavours framed by fine-grained tannins and a vibrant acidity that provides lift and longevity. The texture is smooth yet structured, with a long, refined finish marked by hints of dark chocolate, spice, and forest floor.

Elegant and cellar-worthy, the 2017 Finis Terrae is a true benchmark of Maipo Valley terroir and the Cousiño Macul philosophy, combining New World ripeness with Old World sophistication.

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Red Wine
2019 Lota, Cousino Macul
£7200
Red Wine of the Year, 97 points, Tim Atkin MW, 2023 Report on Chilean wines.

Lota is the flagship wine of Cousiño Macul, an emblem of heritage, precision, and exceptional terroir. Sourced from the winery’s most treasured parcels, including Cabernet Sauvignon vines planted in 1932, this wine represents the pinnacle of the family’s winemaking tradition. These ungrafted vines are descendants of original French cuttings brought to Chile in the 1860s and grow at the foot of the Andes, 600 meters above sea level, in rocky, loamy soils that yield naturally low quantities of intensely concentrated fruit.

In the glass, the 2019 Lota reveals a nose that is rich and layered, offering aromas of cassis, blackberry, and black cherry interwoven with cedar, cocoa, and subtle hints of warm spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, yet impressively refined. Lush black fruit flavours are framed by fine, ripe tannins and nuanced oak, creating a harmonious balance that culminates in a long, elegant, and ultra-smooth finish.

This is a wine of power, grace, and provenance, worthy of extended cellaring, but compellingly drinkable now. Ideal for collectors and connoisseurs seeking a Cabernet-based wine that marries Old World sophistication with New World vitality.

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