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Amistad, meaning 'friendship' in Spanish, is a vibrant Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon crafted by winemaker Carlos Torres Silva from carefully selected parcels along the Claro River in Chile's Valle Central. It is a full-bodied, smooth red wine designed to be approachable and easy-drinking, perfect for social occasions. The wine is a Virgin Wines exclusive, blending grapes harvested across multiple years to capture the pure essence of the variety.

Carlos Torres Silva (for Virgin Wines)

Carlos Torres Silva spent 20 years with Concha y Toro, one of Latin America's leading producers, before pursuing his own winemaking projects. With over 40 years of experience, he is a respected figure in Chilean winemaking.

Blend

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Profile

Brimming with blackcurrant, cassis and cedar, it offers silky tannins, balanced fruit and a touch of sweet vanilla, with a smooth, warm, toasty finish.

Region

Chile's Valle Central is the country's most established wine-growing region, with Cabernet Sauvignon as its dominant variety. The region's deep clay and loam soils, combined with an Andean climate, are particularly well-suited to growing Bordeaux varieties.

Price Context

Available through Virgin Wines UK; individual bottle pricing not listed, but sold in 12-bottle cases with a £12 discount, suggesting a retail price in the budget-to-mid range (approximately £8–£12 per bottle).

Food Pairings

🥩 Grilled beef steak🍖 Roast lamb🍲 Hearty stews🧀 Mature hard cheeses