VIK, the Chilean winery renowned for its world-class wines crafted with sustainable practices, has received an outstanding score of 96/100 from the prestigious French publication Le Figaro. VIK 2021, a blend of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, has been praised for its distinctive and complex flavor profile, making it a gem of the Cachapoal Valley region.
The prestigious French daily Le Figaro has published a selection of 30 exceptional wines from around the world that have just entered the French market. This list highlights the growing diversity of the French consumer palate, encompassing a wide range of regions and styles, from classic Bordeaux blends to elegant Chardonnays.
The article emphasizes the rising demand for international wines, driven by a growing interest in exploring new flavors and the pursuit of high-quality wines. The publication also highlights the trend toward “conscious consumption,” focusing on sustainable and ethical wine production practices. This shift is evidenced by the increasing popularity of vegan wines, signaling that consumers are increasingly concerned with the social and environmental impact of their choices.
Le Figaro provides its readers with a comprehensive guide to discovering these exceptional wines, including detailed tasting notes, ratings, prices, and information on where to purchase them. This exhaustive guide offers a journey through the world of global wine offerings, inviting readers to embark on an exploration and discovery of wine.
The reviews are written by two wine experts, Ella Lister and Martin Lemaire:
“A comforting, pastoral aroma of wildflowers and aromatic herbs reveals intriguing meaty notes. The palate, pure and fresh, envelops the tongue in a soft, silky caress, offering delightful notes of black cherry, fig, bresaola, and cocoa.”
VIK 2021 is available for online purchase through tienda.vikwine.com
Read the full article:
https://avis-vin.lefigaro.fr/tops-selections-vins-spi-ritueux/30-vins-du-monde-exceptionnels-tout-juste-commercialises-sur-le-marche-francais-20240921
About VIK
• VIK is a Chilean winery located in the Cachapoal Valley, known for its commitment to sustainability and its holistic approach to winemaking. The winery produces high-quality wines that reflect the diversity and complexity of its terroir. Its iconic wine VIK 2021 has been awarded 100 points by James Suckling and was recently launched on La Place de Bordeaux.
• The winery was founded by Alex and Carrie Vik in 2006 in Millahue, in the Cachapoal Valley, with the aim of developing world-class vineyards that give rise to unique wines.
• With 4,500 hectares in the Cachapoal Valley and a team of winemakers, climatologists, geologists, winegrowers and agronomists, the VIKs have developed an exceptional terroir that produces award-winning wines.
• Holism is the concept that best reflects the VIK spirit. It’s the perfect union of humans and nature as an integrated whole. Our holistic wines are the result of a magnificent, dynamic terroir and the best winegrowing and winemaking techniques and practices, protecting and enhancing the environment, concern for human and social development, and a focus on art and architecture.
• The winery promotes environmentally friendly winegrowing and winemaking practices. Fermentation is spontaneous, with no added yeasts. We use the “water in winter” method, irrigating the vines to ensure they are not unnecessarily dehydrated when summer arrives.
• Other sustainable activities are: VIK now officially obtains 100% of its electricity from clean, non-polluting renewable energy sources. The vineyard is surrounded by 2,000 hectares of native forest and biological corridors. We plant native trees periodically, including more than 2,000 Quillay trees to date.
• Viña VIK was ranked as one of the globe’s leading vineyards in the prestigious World’s Best Vineyards competition (4th place in 2022).
• The company’s winery and oenotourism experience have been widely applauded in the international press, as has our innovative winemaking. In 2019 we were honoured to be chosen the World’s Best Wine Experience by the prestigious Wine Enthusiast magazine.
• More information at http://www.vikwine.com
About Le Figaro
• Founded in 1826 (originally called Le Journal des Débats) and based in Paris, France, Le Figaro is considered one of the most important daily newspapers in France. It has a long and respected history of journalism and is known for its elegant style and focus on research and analysis.
For more information, please visit our website www.vikwine.com or contact our Marketing department, Andrea García, [email protected]