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Escudo Rojo

This wine comes from the Valle de Casablanca, situated near the Pacific Coast 80 km north west of Santiago. The ocean influence is very strong, helping to regulate the temperature. It is ideal country for white wine grape varieties, especially Sauvignon Blanc.
This wine comes from the Valle de Casablanca, situated near the Pacific Coast 80 km north west of Santiago. The ocean influence is very strong, helping to regulate the temperature.
This wine comes from the Maipo Valley, 30 km south of Santiago. Nestling at the foot of the Andes Mountains, it is a valley with a long winegrowing tradition which offers some of the best conditions for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon.
This wine comes from the Maipo Valley, 30 km south of Santiago. Nestling at the foot of the Andes Mountains, it is a valley with a long winegrowing tradition which offers some of the best conditions for cultivating Syrah.
This wine comes from the Central Valley, to the south of Santiago. The extensive vineyard is a patchwork of different terroirs which enjoy ideal climatic conditions for vine growing, especially a semi-arid Mediterranean climate.
This wine comes from the Maipo Valley, 30 km south of Santiago. Nestling at the foot of the Andes Mountains, it is a valley with a long winegrowing tradition which offers some of the best conditions for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon.
This wine comes from the Colchagua Valley in the central part of Chile, 200 km south of Santiago. The vineyard, extending from the Andes Mountains to the Pacific coast, has a Mediterranean climate particularly well-suited to the development of the Carmenere grape.
This wine comes from the Valle de Casablanca, situated near the Pacific Coast 80 km north west of Santiago. The ocean influence is very strong, helping to regulate the temperature. It is ideal country for white wine grape varieties, especially Sauvignon Blanc.
This wine comes from the Valle de Casablanca, situated near the Pacific Coast 80 km north west of Santiago. The ocean influence is very strong, helping to regulate the temperature.

Escudo Rojo

Sauvignon Blanc 2020 Escudo Rojo
Origine 2019 Escudo Rojo
Gran Reserva 2019 Escudo Rojo
Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Escudo Rojo
Carmenere 2019 Escudo Rojo
Sauvignon Blanc 2019 Escudo Rojo

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2020 VINTAGE

Overall, the 2020 harvest was a success, despite the fact that drought-like conditions persisted throughout the season and average maximum temperatures were slightly higher than in 2019.

It should be noted that no precipitation fell during the ripening stage for this vintage.

Despite the capricious weather conditions during the 2020 grape harvest, excellent vineyard management was achieved thanks to the expertise of the Baron Philippe de Rothschild grape growers and winemakers, together with suitable irrigation techniques and correct predictions on harvest dates.

In the end, the balance between aromatics, structure, and elegance on the palate showcases the terroir in all its qualities.

MATURING

To keep all the wine’s freshness and refinement, it is matured in vats for 6 months before bottling.

GRAPE VARIETY

Escudo Rojo Reserva Sauvignon Blanc is made entirely from the same grape variety even though the requirement under Chilean law is only 75%. Sauvignon Blanc gives vivacious dry wines of great refinement.

TASTING NOTES

Lychee - Orange blossom - Fresh - Mineral

Aspect

Gleaming pale yellow.

Nose

The intense nose quickly reveals all its freshness on aromas of lychee, orange blossom and aji verde (Peruvian green sauce) mingled with notes of box.

Palate

After a powerful attack, this very fresh wine lingers long on the palate. Sustained by crisp acidity and mouth-watering fruit, it reveals delicious lychee and pineapple flavors that call for another sip.

2019 VINTAGE

Particularly hot and dry conditions in 2019 enabled the grapes to reach optimum maturity.

Lower than average rainfall, concentrated almost entirely during the winter, combined with slightly higher-than-average temperatures ensured perfect conditions for the vine growth cycle, enabling the grapes to reach optimum aromatic and phenolic maturity.

These exceptional conditions generated natural concentration while preserving balance and refinement, allowing the grapes to achieve the purest expression of the identity of each terroir.

As a result, the wines express all the generosity and power of Chile while remaining elegant and silky.

Offering excellent ageing potential, 2019 is one of the great Chilean vintages.

MATURING

80% of the wine is matured in oak and 20% in stainless steel vats, for eight months before bottling.

GRAPE VARIETY

Escudo Rojo Reserva Pinot Noir is made entirely from the same grape variety even though the requirement under Chilean law is only 75%.

TASTING NOTES

Cherry - Spices - Fresh - Elegant

Aspect

Clear, beautiful cherry-red with ruby highlights.

Nose

An intensely fruity wine, with notes of red fruit such as cherry and raspberry, and an earthy character, combined with soft spicy aromas imparted by oak ageing.

Palate

Starts out superb and very refreshing, with excellent acidity. The structure reveals highly refined and elegant tannins. Red fruit aromas follow through to the aftertaste, with lots of complexity and a long finish.

2019 VINTAGE

Particularly hot and dry conditions in 2019 enabled the grapes to reach optimum maturity.

Lower than average rainfall, concentrated almost entirely during the winter, combined with slightly higher-than-average temperatures ensured perfect conditions for the vine growth cycle, enabling the grapes to reach optimum aromatic and phenolic maturity.

These exceptional conditions generated natural concentration while preserving balance and refinement, allowing the grapes to achieve the purest expression of the identity of each terroir.
As a result, the wines express all the generosity and power of Chile while remaining elegant and silky.

Offering excellent ageing potential, 2019 is one of the great Chilean vintages.

MATURING

The wine is matured in 30% new oak barrels and 70% one-year-old oak barrels for 12 to 14 months.

GRAPE VARIETY

This wine is made entirely from the same grape variety even though the requirement under chilean law is only 75%. Cabernet Sauvignon gives balanced wines with well-rounded tannins and blackcurrant, pepper and liquorice flavours. The wines have considerable ageing potential and their structure becomes rounder with time.

TASTING NOTES

Forest fruits - Black pepper - Intense - Fruity

Aspect

Intense ruby-red colour with brilliant purple highlights.

Nose

A very delicate, generous nose rich in aromas of forest fruits such as cherry, blueberry, blackcurrant and cranberry, mingled with spicy notes of black pepper and rosemary, as well as subtle aromas of cedar imparted by oak ageing.

Palate

Starts off very elegant and subtle, with incredible richness on the mid-palate, along with good structure and body, and well-balanced acidity.

The texture is delicate and velvety. Reveals a long, well-balanced finished marked by aromas of red berries and a return to notes of black pepper.

A wine characterized by elegance and finesse with excellent ageing potential.

2019 VINTAGE

Particularly hot and dry conditions in 2019 enabled the grapes to reach optimum maturity.

Lower than average rainfall, concentrated almost entirely during the winter, combined with slightly higher-than-average temperatures ensured perfect conditions for the vine growth cycle, enabling the grapes to reach optimum aromatic and phenolic maturity.

These exceptional conditions generated natural concentration while preserving balance and refinement, allowing the grapes to achieve the purest expression of the identity of each terroir.

As a result, the wines express all the generosity and power of Chile while remaining elegant and silky.

Offering excellent ageing potential, 2019 is one of the great Chilean vintages.

MATURING

80% of the wine is matured in oak and 20% in stainless steel vats, for ten months before bottling.

GRAPE VARIETY

Escudo Rojo Reserva Syrah is made entirely from the same grape variety even though the requirement under Chilean law is only 75%. Producing very high-quality wines, Syrah brings remarkable depth of flavour and rich tannins which improve with age.

TASTING NOTES

Black cherry - Spices - Fresh - Elegant

Aspect

Very intense, deep violet, bright.

Nose

Deeply intense and fruity, with notes of ripe black cherry, liquorice and spicy aromas of pink peppercorn, combined with soft pastry notes imparted by oak ageing.

Palate

Starts out superb with lots of volume and well-balanced acidity. The tannins are present but very refined and elegant. Fruity aromas, such as dried fruit and liquorice, follow through to the aftertaste, accompanied by excellent acidity and a long finish.

2019 VINTAGE

Particularly hot and dry conditions in 2019 enabled the grapes to reach optimum maturity.

Lower than average rainfall, concentrated almost entirely during the winter, combined with slightly higher-than-average temperatures ensured perfect conditions for the vine growth cycle, enabling the grapes to reach optimum aromatic and phenolic maturity.

These exceptional conditions generated natural concentration while preserving balance and refinement, allowing the grapes to achieve the purest expression of the identity of each terroir.

As a result, the wines express all the generosity and power of Chile while remaining elegant and silky.

Offering excellent ageing potential, 2019 is one of the great Chilean vintages.

MATURING

The wine is matured in 25% new and 75% 1-2-year-old barrels for 12 months.

GRAPE VARIETY

Escudo Rojo Gran Reserva is a blended wine made from five different grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon (44%) and Cabernet Franc (2%), traditional Bordeaux varieties, give refinement and tannic power, while Carmenere (39%), Syrah (11%) and Petit Verdot (4%) bring body, density and a touch of spice.

TASTING NOTES

Black fruit - Chocolate & coffee - Powerful - Generous

Aspect

Brilliant, intense ruby-red.

Nose

Very intense and fruity, with a combination of red and black fruit notes of raspberry, cherry, blackcurrant and blueberries that meld with perfectly integrated, spicy aromas of rosemary and clove, underpinned by subtle hints of chocolate and coffee imparted by oak ageing.

Palate

This full-bodied, generous wine has a lusciously unctuous and rich mid-palate. The velvety tannins are silky and elegant, and fruity aromas of cherries and blueberries follow through to the long finish, accompanied by excellent acidity.

2019 VINTAGE

Particularly hot and dry conditions in 2019 enabled the grapes to reach optimum maturity.

Lower than average rainfall, concentrated almost entirely during the winter, combined with slightly higher-than-average temperatures ensured perfect conditions for the vine growth cycle, enabling the grapes to reach optimum aromatic and phenolic maturity.

These exceptional conditions generated natural concentration while preserving balance and refinement, allowing the grapes to achieve the purest expression of the identity of each terroir.

As a result, the wines express all the generosity and power of Chile while remaining elegant and silky.

Offering excellent ageing potential, 2019 is one of the great Chilean vintages.

MATURING

80% of the wine is matured in oak and 20% in stainless steel vats, for ten months before bottling.

GRAPE VARIETY

This wine is made entirely from the same grape variety even though the requirement under chilean law is only 75%. Cabernet Sauvignon gives balanced wines with well-rounded tannins and blackcurrant, pepper and liquorice flavours. The wines have considerable ageing potential and their structure becomes rounder with time.

TASTING NOTES

Blackcurrant - Fresh spices - Intense - Fruity

Aspect

Brilliant, deep ruby-red with purple highlights.

Nose

Extremely intense fruit, with notes of fresh cranberry, cherry, blueberry and blackcurrant, combined with soft spicy hints of black pepper, as well as overtones of cedar, cocoa and pastry imparted by oak ageing.

Palate

Starts out very refreshing and fruity on the palate with well-balanced acidity. The tannins are soft, very refined and elegant. Fruity aromas such as cranberry follow through to the aftertaste, accompanied by a long, persistent finish.

2019 VINTAGE

Particularly hot and dry conditions in 2019 enabled the grapes to reach optimum maturity.

Lower than average rainfall, concentrated almost entirely during the winter, combined with slightly higher-than-average temperatures ensured perfect conditions for the vine growth cycle, enabling the grapes to reach optimum aromatic and phenolic maturity.

These exceptional conditions generated natural concentration while preserving balance and refinement, allowing the grapes to achieve the purest expression of the identity of each terroir.

As a result, the wines express all the generosity and power of Chile while remaining elegant and silky.

Offering excellent ageing potential, 2019 is one of the great Chilean vintages.

MATURING

80% of the wine is matured in oak and 20% in stainless steel vats, for ten months before bottling.

GRAPE VARIETY

This wine is made entirely from the same grape variety even though the requirement under Chilean law is only 75%. Carmenere gives rich and slightly tannic wines with red fruit and liquorice flavours. Smooth and creamy, Carmenere wines soon reach their peak.

TASTING NOTES

Black fruit - Pepper - Fresh - Powerful

Aspect

Purplish-red with violet highlights.

Nose

Very intense and fruity, with notes of forest fruit, combined with spicy notes such as pink peppercorn, bay leaf, rosemary, black truffle, and subtle aromas of roasted coffee bean imparted by ageing in French oak.

Palate

Starts off very delicate, refreshing and juicy with well-balanced acidity. The tannins are refined and velvety. Wild fruit aromas follow through to the aftertaste, culminating in a long finish.

2019 VINTAGE

Particularly hot and dry conditions in 2019 enabled the grapes to reach optimum maturity.

Lower-than-average rainfall, concentrated almost entirely during the winter, combined with slightly higher-than-average temperatures ensured perfect conditions for the vine growth cycle, enabling the grapes to reach optimum aromatic and phenolic maturity.

These exceptional conditions generated natural concentration while preserving balance and refinement, allowing the grapes to achieve the purest expression of the identity of each terroir.

As a result, the wines express all the generosity and power of Chile while remaining elegant and silky.

Offering excellent ageing potential, 2019 is one of the great Chilean vintages.

MATURING

To keep all the wine’s freshness and refinement, it is matured in vats for 6 months before bottling.

GRAPE VARIETY

Escudo Rojo Reserva Sauvignon Blanc is made entirely from the same grape variety even though the requirement under Chilean law is only 75%. Sauvignon Blanc gives vivacious dry wines of great refinement.

TASTING NOTES

Citrus fruit - White blossom - Fresh - Mineral

Aspect

Very brilliant, pale yellow colour.

Nose

The nose is remarkably intense and elegant, displaying floral aromas of jasmine and orange blossom, accompanied by citrus notes of grapefruit and gooseberries.

Palate

Starts out quite powerful, very fresh and well-balanced on the palate with crisp, juicy acidity that gives the wine its wonderful length.
Floral and citrus notes, such as lemon, resurface on the finish.

2019 VINTAGE

2019 VINTAGE

Particularly hot and dry conditions in 2019 enabled the grapes to reach optimum maturity.

Lower-than-average rainfall, concentrated almost entirely during the winter, combined with slightly higher-than-average temperatures ensured perfect conditions for the vine growth cycle, enabling the grapes to reach optimum aromatic and phenolic maturity.

These exceptional conditions generated natural concentration while preserving balance and refinement, allowing the grapes to achieve the purest expression of the identity of each terroir.

As a result, the wines express all the generosity and power of Chile while remaining elegant and silky.

Offering excellent ageing potential, 2019 is one of the great Chilean vintages!

MATURING

50% of the wine is matured in oak and 50% in stainless steel vats, for six months before bottling.

GRAPE VARIETY

Escudo Rojo Chardonnay is made entirely from the same grape variety even though the requirement under Chilean law is only 75%. Chardonnay is a classic grape with a highly distinctive personality that makes it the world’s most sought-after variety. It gives rich, well-balanced and complex wines with ripe tropical fruit aromas.

TASTING NOTES

Grapefruit - Toasted almond - Aromatic - Fresh

Aspect

An attractive pale yellow with a golden hue.

Nose

A very intense and complex nose opens on fruity notes such as kumquat, zesty grapefruit, Asiatic pear. Soften aromas of toasted almond come from barrels ageing.

Palate

Excellent palate with great density, good volume, fatty side, fresh displaying a succulent acidity together with an enveloping smoothness. During the aftertaste, fruity aromas such as grapefruit are back. Finish is long, elegant and complex.

MENU SUGGESTIONS

Goats cheese plate

OR

As an aperitif, sole in lemon butter, Carpaccio of scallops

MENU SUGGESTIONS

Tournedos Rossini: fillet of beef, pan-fried foie gras, cranberries and mushrooms

OR

Pan-fried duck breast with black tea and figs

MENU SUGGESTIONS

Chocolate cake and red fruits

OR

Provence-style rib of beef

MENU SUGGESTIONS

Glazed duck breast with Sichuan pepper, cranberries and cubed squash

OR

Rosemary braised lamb shoulder with rainbow carrots

MENU SUGGESTIONS

Pan-fried duck breast with black tea and figs

OR

Rib of beef with thyme and Provençal tomatoes

MENU SUGGESTIONS

Duck confit empanadas

OR

Paprika chicken fillet, aromatic quinoa, cherry tomatoes and baby corn cobs

OR

Spicy beef and vegetable stir-fry, paprika chicken, partridge with mushrooms, vegetable curry

MENU SUGGESTIONS

As an aperitif

OR

Carpaccio of scallops

MENU SUGGESTIONS

Pan-fried prawns Pil Pil sauce

OR

As an aperitif, sole in lemon butter, Carpaccio of scallops, goats cheese