At a glance

Producer

Viña Cedar

Region

Chile, Maipo Valley

Grape variety

Touriga Nacional

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$40 per bottle (retail typical range)

Tasting profile

Ripe black and blue fruits (blackberry, blueberry), floral hints from Touriga Nacional, spice, and leather secondary notes

Evolution: More complex tertiary notes of earth, forest floor, and dried herbs develop with time, while fruit softens

At peak: Balanced richness and freshness with elegant tannin texture, complex aromatics, and integrated oak/spice

Structure

Acidity

Balanced acidity typical of Maipo Valley, providing freshness and aging capability

Tannins

Firm but well-integrated tannins, moderately high structure smoothing with age

Alcohol

Moderate to moderately high alcohol (~13.5-14.5%) well integrated into the wine structure

Aging potential

10-15 years from vintage, depending on storage and Decanting

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2017 to 2023

Optimal window

2015 to 2025

Current status

Ready to drink, but can improve with short-term cellaring

Current condition

The 2010 vintage is mature, showing resolved tannins with some tertiary earth and spice notes emerging, still vigorous but approaching peak.

Peak occurs as tannins fully soften and integrate with fruity and floral components while tertiary notes add complexity, typically between 7-13 years from vintage; after peak, freshness fades though complexity can remain for several years

Food pairing

Grilled red meats, particularly lamb or beef with herbs; game birds; aged cheeses; dishes with Mediterranean spices complement the floral and spice notes; richer stews or roasted vegetables can enhance pairing

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (60-90 minutes) — To soften tannins and open floral and spicy aromatics

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Likely adherence to standard Chilean viticultural practices, possible sustainable farming but no official certifications found

No specific sustainability certifications or programs documented for Viña Cedar Blossom Touriga Nacional 2010; Maipo Valley wineries often focus on sustainable viticulture, but explicit data is limited.