Torres Chile Manso de Velasco Cabernet Sauvignon

About this wine

Torres' premium Chilean expression from old-vine Cabernet Sauvignon planted by Manso de Velasco in the Curicó Valley. Complex, age-worthy, and distinctive.

Sommelier's Note

"One of Chile's benchmark old-vine Cabernets — the century-old, ungrafted vines of Curicó give a depth and structure that reward a few years of patience in the cellar."

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye or sirloin steak, roasted lamb, and game meats; its firm tannins and structure also suit aged hard cheeses and rich, slow-cooked stews.

When to drink it

Well suited to formal dinners, milestone celebrations, or a special evening shared with wine enthusiasts.

Specs

Grape Varieties

Cabernet Sauvignon

Style

Red

Price Range

Approximately ¥6,000-9,000 (varies by vintage and retailer)

Terroir & Winemaking

Sourced from a single, ungrafted, dry-farmed vineyard in the Curicó Valley planted in 1902 — among the oldest Cabernet Sauvignon plantings in Chile, with vines now more than a century old. Fermented in stainless steel, then aged roughly 18 months in French oak from Nevers (about 70% new barrels). ABV approximately 14.5%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Manso de Velasco taste like?

Intense black fruit (blackcurrant, blackberry) with dark chocolate, tobacco, licorice, and spice notes, backed by firm, velvety tannins and a long finish.

What food pairs well with it?

Grilled red meats, roasted lamb, and game dishes; the firm tannins also stand up to aged hard cheeses and rich stews.

How long can it age?

It drinks well on release but has real aging potential — many vintages continue to develop for 10 to 15 years or more.

Why is this wine considered special?

It comes from a single vineyard near Curicó planted in 1902 with ungrafted, dry-farmed vines — among the oldest Cabernet Sauvignon plantings in Chile — making it Torres Chile's flagship, small-production wine.