At a glance

Producer

Viña Almaviva

Region

Puente Alto, Maipo Valley, Chile

Grape variety

Bordeaux blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$150-$200 USD (750ml bottle, ex-château, international retail)

Tasting profile

Dense cassis, blackberry, black cherry, graphite, tobacco, cedar, cocoa, vanilla, spice. Oak influence evident.

Evolution: Over time, tertiary notes emerge: cigar box, dried herbs, leather, earth, integrated tannins, savory depth.

At peak: At peak, balanced power and finesse: seamlessly knit tannins, deep fruit, forest floor, cedar, and pencil lead undertones.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-High, vibrant for aging

Tannins

High, fine-grained, structured

Alcohol

14-14.5% ABV (typical range)

Aging potential

Excellent; 15-20+ years in ideal conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2040

Optimal window

2027 to 2042

Current status

Youthful; approachable but structured. Can be enjoyed now with decanting, but recommended to age.

Current condition

Tightly-wound, firm, primary fruit and oak dominate, showing freshness and intensity.

Almaviva Puente Alto 2022 is structured to evolve gracefully over 15-20 years due to its classic Bordeaux blend structure and high quality Cabernet Sauvignon from the cool Puente Alto terroir. Optimal maturity is achieved when tannins mellow and aromatic complexity develops; premature drinking loses finer detail, while aging past 20+ years risks fading fruit and secondary flavors dominating.

Food pairing

Ideal with grilled or roast lamb, beef, venison, rich mushroom dishes, hard cheeses, and robust savory cuisine.

Serving

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — The wine has high tannins and is still relatively young, which can benefit from aeration to soften the tannins and enhance the aromatic profile.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Integrated pest management, micro-drip irrigation for water conservation, native cover crops, responsible energy use, ongoing transition to lighter packaging and local supply chain engagement. Some solar energy and vineyard biodiversity efforts in place.

Almaviva employs strong sustainability practices with certified responsible farming, advanced water management, and increasing attention to supply chain impacts. Recent vintages have seen more emphasis on packaging lightness and renewable energy, but the wine is not certified organic or biodynamic, and its global market reach (especially exports to Europe, Asia, North America) contributes to a higher carbon footprint compared to local consumption in Chile. In summary, Almaviva Puente Alto 2022 is produced with reputable, modern sustainability standards for a premium Chilean estate, but could strengthen its profile through organic transition and carbon offsetting, particularly if targeting the top tier of global eco-practices.