Viña Pérez Cruz Limited Edition Cabernet Franc 2024

Maipo Valley Andes, Chile | Cabernet Franc-led red blend

Elegant, aromatic and beautifully balanced, Viña Pérez Cruz Limited Edition Cabernet Franc 2024 showcases the distinctive character of Cabernet Franc grown in Chile's Alto Maipo region. Part of the winery's Limited Edition collection, this wine emphasizes varietal expression, fresh fruit and savory complexity, with restrained oak influence that allows the vineyard and grape to shine.

The nose opens with fresh raspberries, ripe cherries, red currants and plum, accented by subtle floral notes, green pepper, fresh mint and delicate spice. On the palate, red fruit combines with darker berry flavors, supported by soft, velvety tannins and refreshing acidity. Herbal and savory nuances add complexity, leading to a long, persistent finish that remains lively and balanced.

Critic Score

92 Points — Revista Adega

The review of the 2024 vintage highlights ripe red and black fruits, floral and herbal aromas, spicy nuances, lively acidity and firm yet well-integrated tannins.

What Makes It Special?

Cabernet Franc is often recognized for its fragrant aromatics, fresh acidity and savory herbal character. In the Maipo Valley Andes, the variety develops ripe fruit while retaining the freshness that makes it particularly food-friendly.

Pérez Cruz's Fundo Liguai estate in Huelquén, Alto Maipo, features alluvial and colluvial soils that help express the character of this distinctive vineyard area. The Limited Edition range was created to showcase individual grape varieties and highlight their most representative characteristics.

Winemaking

The wine is made to preserve Cabernet Franc's aromatic intensity and freshness. It spends 14 months in French oak barrels that have been used for three or four previous vintages, adding subtle complexity without overwhelming the fruit with new-oak flavors.

Wine Details

• Producer: Viña Pérez Cruz

• Wine: Limited Edition Cabernet Franc

• Vintage: 2024

• Region: Maipo Valley Andes, Chile

• Blend: 92% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot, 3% Malbec

• Alcohol: 14.4%

• Oak Aging: 14 months in third- and fourth-use French oak

• Serving Temperature: 57–60°F (14–16°C)

• Decanting: Approximately 30 minutes recommended

Perfect With

Grilled steak, lean beef, lamb chops, venison, roasted mushrooms, herb-seasoned vegetables, lentil stew and smoked cheeses. Its fresh acidity and herbal notes also make it a natural match for dishes featuring rosemary, thyme, green peppercorns and savory sauces.