Sena Vintage (event) 2016

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Sena
Label Name:
 
Vintage (event)
Vintage:
 
2016
Country:
 
Chile
Region:
 
Aconcagua Valley
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Carménère, Cabernet Franc
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Major scores: James Suckling 98; Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 97; Decanter 97; Wine Spectator 95; Vinous 93–94. widely cited as a top Seña vintage

Tasting Note
Bright blackcurrant and red cherry with violet and baking-spice notes; mineral drive, vivid acidity and firm, fine-grained tannins; elegant, long finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, braised short ribs, aged Manchego or blue cheese. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), Cantonese char siu, Sichuan-style beef, teriyaki beef skewers.

Production Method
Fermented in stainless steel; matured 22 months in French oak (≈73% new) with ~12% in foudres; minimal new-oak impression, emphasis on freshness.

Vineyard Info
Seña was launched by Eduardo Chadwick with Robert Mondavi; estate vineyards (~42 ha) in Aconcagua follow biodynamic principles since 2015 and focus on low-yield, high-quality fruit.