2014 Le Dix de Los Vascos Domaines Barons de Rothschild Colchagua Valley

Le Dix de Los Vascos is owned by the Domaines Barons de Rothschild, the owners of none other than the world-famous Château Lafite Rothschild.Lafite is a Bordeaux First Growth classified Château, and one of the most iconic, sought-after, and loved wines of all savvy wine drinkers.

Nestled in the heart of Chile's Colchagua Valley, Viña Los Vascos benefits from an ideal microclimate, positioned between the Andes and the Coastal Mountain Range. This unique location, just 200 km south of Santiago, provides the perfect conditions for viticulture. With hot, dry days and cool, wet nights, the dramatic temperature contrasts favor the slow ripening of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, resulting in wines of remarkable elegance and depth.

The estate spans 8,800 acres, with 1,500 acres dedicated to vine cultivation. The terroir of Viña Los Vascos is diverse, featuring volcanic soils that contribute to the complexity and longevity of the wines. Here, ancient traditions harmoniously blend with modern expertise, yielding wines that are both unique and reflective of their rich heritage.

At Viña Los Vascos, the philosophy extends beyond viticulture. The estate is a vibrant ecosystem where biodiversity thrives. From olive groves producing exquisite olive oil to orchards, gardens, and even beehives, the integration of agriculture and nature is seamless. Sheep graze the pastures, providing natural fertilizer, while horses are traditionally bred and used for property surveillance.

This commitment to sustainability is evident in every aspect of the vineyard's operations. The estate is certified by the Code of Sustainability of Wines of Chile and proudly composts all plant waste. Innovative water management systems, including the use of earthworm-powered filtration, ensure that the vineyard operates in harmony with its environment.

Le Dix de Los Vascos is crafted with meticulous care, combining the rich traditions of Chile with the expertise of DBR Lafite. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon from the historic El Fraile vineyard and Syrah from El Mirador. The grapes are hand-selected to ensure only the finest quality goes into each bottle.

To celebrate a decade of DBR (Lafite)’s dedication in Chile, the inaugural “grande cuvée” LE DIX was born. Le Dix de Los Vascos hails from 70-year-old vines in the terroir called “El Fraile”.

Aging: 18 months in oak barrels all from the Lafite cooperage.

 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Carmenère, 5% Syrah.Deep ruby red color. Raspberry and ripe cherry-scented nose with hints of saffron, paprika, nutmeg, black pepper, chocolate, and tobacco. A broad-shouldered wine of gorgeous personality, large volume, and elegant and balanced tannin. Enjoy it with grilled meats, hearty stews, or a selection of aged cheeses.

Precision and focus to this young red with blueberry, hints of dark chocolate and cigar box. Full body, silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Linear, polished and refined. Best Dix ever? ~94 James Suckling

As usual, Le Dix comes from the oldest Cabernet vineyards (85% of the blend) that Los Vascos has in its Peralillo vineyard, planted more than 70 years ago. The wine is aged for 18 months in 100% new barrels, all from the Lafite cooperage, the famous chateau in Bordeaux that owns Los Vascos. The frost of 2014 has produced very few grapes, but of greater concentration, which does not necessarily mean that there is greater extraction, but what is felt here is a focus on red fruit, a concentration of crisp flavors, in a wine that It is one of the best versions of Le Dix that we can remember. According to Marcelo Gallardo, extraction has been one of the central themes at Le Dix since 2013, trying to make it as gentle, as delicate as possible. Keep this wine in mind to make room for it in the cellar. ~94 Descorchados

Red made from Caber net Sauvignon (85%), Carménère (10%) and Syrah (5%), aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels. Structured and concentrated, it shows notes of ripe, empyreumatic black fruits, sweet spices, herbs and earthiness, all supported by excellent acidity and firm tannins. The finish is juicy and persistent, with touches of plums, cocoa, licorice and toast. ~93 Revista Adega

~92 Wine & Spirits Magazine

Pointy aromas of cherry and cassis are a bit jumpy and volatile but settle with airing. This Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend is powerfully built, with notable acidity. Blackberry, cocoa and spice flavors do a steady fade on the finish. Drink through 2025. ~91 Wine Enthusiast

Mouthfilling flavors of dark plum, currant and dried raspberry are firm and well-structured. Notes of slate midpalate linger into a savory finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Syrah. Drink now through 2020. 10,000 cases made, 500 cases imported. ~90 Wine Spectator

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