2024 Clos de Luz "Azuda" Carménère Cachapoal

Professional Reviews

Notes

Clos de Luz is located in the Almahue Valley of Chile, a subregion of the larger Rapel Valley known for its warm climate and historic vineyards. Its location is especially important because the valley’s old, ungrafted vines—some over a century old—are rare in Chile and contribute to distinctive, deeply concentrated wines. Clos de Luz is particularly known for reviving traditional Chilean grape varieties like País and Carménère, which have long been overlooked in favor of international varieties. The Almahue Valley holds some of Chile’s oldest vineyards and is also considered to be the birthplace of Chilean Carménère, a Bordeaux variety that nearly went extinct. Clos de Luz emphasizes minimal intervention winemaking, allowing the natural character of the fruit and terroir to shine through. This philosophy reflects a broader movement in Chile toward heritage preservation and authenticity in wine production.