Really fresh and bright nose of potpourri, strawberries, violets and a mineral character. Medium- to full-bodied with superb, dusty tannins that evenly dissolve on the palate. Elegant, subtle, linear but intense and flavorful. Long and juicy. The best ever made from Viu Manent. Drink or hold.
97 points, Zekun Shuai, James Suckling (Feb 2023)
The 2021 Viu 1 comprises 83% Malbec and 17% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from Cunaco in the Colchagua Valley. Aged for 15 months in French oak barrels and foudres, this purple wine reveals notes of violets and plums, complemented by hints of lavender and oak. Dry, rich and plush on the palate, it features fine-grained tannins and a juicy flow, leading to a flavorful finish. The 2021 is a fairly concentrated red crafted from a cold vintage.
95 points, Joaquín Hidalgo, Vinous (Jul 2024)