Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Alba de Domus – Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Upper Maipo Valley, Chile 🇨🇱

Overview
A bold and powerful Cabernet Sauvignon (95–100%, often with a tiny fraction of Cabernet Franc depending on the vintage) from the famed Domus Aurea estate in the Upper Maipo Valley. Known for its mountain terroir, this wine shows the classic strength and rustic elegance of Chile’s best Cabernets.

Aromas & Flavors
Deep, complex aromatics of blackberries, black cherries, cassis, and dried figs, laced with espresso, dark chocolate, cedar, and tobacco leaf. A subtle earthy and mineral undertone speaks to its Andean foothill origins.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and texturized, with high intensity and firm structure. Tannins are bold yet polished, while the 15.4% ABV provides warmth and weight without overwhelming balance. The finish is long, layered, and espresso-driven, lingering with dark fruits and spice.

Winemaking Notes
Unfiltered and aged in French oak, this Cabernet is designed for longevity. The 2019 vintage already shows power and depth, but its construction suggests it will evolve beautifully over the next 8–12 years.

Food Pairing
Ideal with robust dishes: grilled ribeye, lamb shank, venison, or earthy stews. Also pairs wonderfully with aged Manchego or Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Verdict
Hot, intense, and layered — a true statement Cabernet from the Maipo Valley. Already climbing its prime, yet with enough structure to age gracefully. For lovers of powerhouse reds with espresso and dark chocolate complexity. — a month ago

Aminda Ingulfson

10

New favourite! — 5 years ago

Keith Pajonas

9.2

Great acidity. Italian Sancere — 4 months ago

Farrar Langlois

9.4

The perfect summer rose. Dry, crisp, refreshing! LOVE THIS. Happy birthday, Jack!! — 2 years ago

Nicola Morvillo

9.8

On 11-4-21 — 4 years ago

Lourdes

9.0

white pepper and aromas of cheese and dill. Its complex and crunchy- like salt and vinegar chips — 5 years ago

Andrew Turner

9.2

At Domus in Tokyo — 2 years ago

Lee Hoff

9.0

Smooth, easy to drink. Nice berry flavors. — 2 years ago

Sam T

9.1

Highly drinkable. Loved it. — 4 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.2

Made from low yielding 90-year old vines, deep Ruby with aromas of red/black fruits and floral spice. On the palate flavors of blackberry and plum with cacao, black pepper and floral citrus. Firm tannins on a long finish ending with fruit and mineral character. Nice but needs a few years in big the bottle!! — 5 years ago