This is a new and unique wine aged in amphora from clay extracted on the VIK estate and made in Chile. The amphorae are kept outside in a forest on the property at 1,000 meters on a mountain. Dark ruby color with aromas of crushed terra cotta, earth, mushrooms, iodine, graphite, blackberries, sage, thyme and oak leaf. Like walking in a forest. Full-bodied with tightly layered tannins that give a velvety sense of density but then remain agile and weightless. Chewy and flavorful but not heavy. Juicy finish. Hints of chocolate at the end. A blend of 77% cabernet franc, 19% cabernet sauvignon and 4% carmenere.
2023
Viña VIK Stonevik 2023 6x75cl 98/100 JS
Top Score: 98 points
“The buzz around natural wine is justified when the wine is as pure and full of energy as this marvelous example.”
Price IN BOND
£730.00 6 x 75cl Bottles
5 in stock
| Colour | Red |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Country | Chile |
| Region | Millahue |
98 points James Suckling
97 points Wine Review Online
VIK’s Head Winemaker, Cristián Vallejo, continues to push boundaries, and StoneVik, a natural wine, may be his boldest endeavor yet. For this creation, French barrels are toasted using oak from the estate’s own trees. Native yeasts from VIK’s “fleuroir” program are central to the winemaking process. Vallejo also collaborated with a local artisan to craft amphorae from estate clay. These amphorae are strategically placed to align with the movement of the sun, creating lines of light similar to Stonehenge. On December 21st, the Chilean Summer Solstice, the light will form perfect lines across the amphorae. The blend, led by Cabernet Franc (77%), with Cabernet Sauvignon (19%) and Carménère (4%), offers smooth, layered tannins, vibrant acidity, and a subtle minerality imparted by the amphora. Aromas of ripe black fruit intertwine with herbal and spice notes. The buzz around natural wine is justified when the wine is as pure and full of energy as this marvelous example.
92 points Vinous
The 2023 StoneVIk is the inaugural release of this blend, combining 76% Cabernet Franc, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Carménère from the Millahue estate in the Cachapoal Valley. Fermented in steel and aged in amphorae buried in an oak forest until December 21st, this purple wine exudes a resinous aroma with hints of garrigue and black fruit. Dry and juicy on the palate, its earthy texture contributes to a taut and raw mouthfeel, showcasing a duality between youthful expression and evolved complexity. This unique wine offers a savory palate experience, marking it as an intriguing oddity.” Drinking Window: 2024 – 2032
