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Casas del Bosque Private Reserve La Trampa

Vinum Lector Staff — Mon, 25 May 2026 07:29:02 +0000

Juan Cúneo Solari founded Casas del Bosque in 1993, at a time when the Chilean wine industry was pursuing quantity over quality. His commitment to quality is evident in the Gran Reserva Cabernet, a wine which is a great exponent of this characteristic variety of Chile that finds one of its most typical expressions in the Maipo Valley.

The origin of “La Trampa” dates back to the early 2000’s, when the dream of the “Great Chilean Cool - Climate Red” began to take shape through an innovative proposal of planting low-yielding Syrah on granitic soils at the top of the hills. Later, advances in topography and knowledge of the vineyards led the team to plant Malbec in the same soils and in another part of the hill facing east, where the best Pinot Noir were already cultivated.

Over the years, experience showed that complementing our Syrah with Malbec and, later, Pinot Noir would give rise to this great wine, achieving a deep finesse and elegance like no other blend from a cold climate.

For more info, visit Casas del Bosque website. VARIETALS 65% Syrah, 30% Malbec, 5% Pinot Noir VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note

Kalfu Molu Pinot Noir

Vinum Lector Staff — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 15:45:29 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%
Residual sugar 3.17g/l
Total acidity 5.44g/l
pH 3.45

APPEARANCE
Deep and intense ruby red with violet hints.

NOSE
Fruity and expressive, it shows cherry and raspberries notes complemented with soft spicy character and a vanilla touch coming from the oak ageing.

PALATE
Soft and mouthwatering, with notes of red berries flavors and vanilla and cinnamon hints in the long and clean aftertaste.

AGEING
15% of the wine was aged in French oak for 8 months.

PAIRING
Pairs well with pastas and white meat.

RATINGS

3.9

Kalfu Molu Sauvignon Blanc

Vinum Lector Staff — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 15:27:53 +0000

Kalfu means "Blue" in Mapudungun, the language of the aboriginal Mapuche people of the region. It represents the color that provides a myriad of sensations: blue, like the Pacific Ocean's intense blue; and blue, like the free sky, acting as an accomplice of and witness to the mysterious origins of life. Molu means West or “where the sun sets”. History tells us that the mapuche saw the stars in the sky over the Pacific Ocean and as the earth was rotating, they would hide in the sea and become starfish. At that time no one knew that the earth was round and turning; back then they believed the stars were falling into the deep darkness of the ocean. For more info, visit Kalfu website. VARIETALS 100% Sauvignon Blanc VINTAGE 2024 Download Tasting Note

Kalfu Molu Chardonnay

Vinum Lector Staff — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:36:45 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%
Residual sugar 2.37g/l
Total acidity 5.89g/l
pH 3.39

APPEARANCE
Straw-colored yellow.

NOSE
With good tipicity it brings aromas of pineapple, papaya and mango, complemented with gentle notes of vanila and dry fruits.

PALATE
A well-rounded wine with good volume, a concentraded palate but fresh at the same time where vanilla and tropical fruit flavors intermingle. Long and clean finish.

AGEING
About 15% of the wine was aged in French oak for a period of 6 months.

PAIRING
Ideal to accompany fatty fish, pasta and white meats.

RATINGS

3.8

Casas del Bosque Gran Reserva Chardonnay

Vinum Lector Staff — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 10:00:20 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual sugar 2.4 g/l
Total acidity 6.8 g/l

APPEARANCE
Light straw yellow with golden reflections.

NOSE
Aroma of red apples, green plums and a touch of brioche and toasted coconut.

PALATE
Full and dry, with a rounded mouthfeel and good length.

AGEING
The wine undergo malolactic fermentation and is then stored in French oak barrels, both new and used, for 10 months.

PAIRING
Pasta and seafood such as Ravioli stuffed with crab and ricotta with basil pesto. And cheeses such as camembert, goat cheese and fontina.

RATINGS

3.9

Casas del Bosque Gran Reserva Pinot Noir

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 20 May 2021 04:07:10 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%

APPEARANCE
Dark and concentrated ruby color.

NOSE
A complex nose where primary aromas of strawberry and raspberry blend with darker fruits like blackberry and plum, accented by tertiary spices of cinnamon, toasted nuts, and a hint of bourbon.

PALATE
The wine is medium-bodied with an elegant structure and soft tannins that provide a grip to enhance drinkability. Vibrant acidity and a distinctive saline aftertaste typical of its cool-climate, granitic soil origin.

AGEING
Aged for 10 months in a mix of new and used American and French oak barrels.

PAIRING
Recommended with slightly spicy dishes such as crispy duck, pulled pork, or seared salmon. It pairs exceptionally well with mushroom risotto, cooked beetroot dishes, or preparations containing figs.

RATINGS

3.9

Casas del Bosque La Cantera Sauvignon Blanc

Vinum Lector Staff — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 08:39:35 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual sugar 1.9 g/l
Total acidity 7.1 g/l

APPEARANCE
Pale straw color with green reflections.

NOSE
The aromatic sensation is defined, pristine, pure and intense, based on grapefruit notes combined with passion fruit and boxtree.

PALATE
The taste is dominated by tropical and citrusy notes, with a vertical and dynamic acidic sensation that emulates a sense of direction on the palate.

AGEING
All components undergo 2 months of élevage on inactivated yeasts before blending.

PAIRING
Ideally served with shellfish like oysters or with grilled fish. Herbs like chives, cilantro or parsley. Green olives, chutney and all types of goat’s cheese. Try it with aromatic and spicy Asian cuisine as well.

RATINGS

4.1

Casas del Bosque Gran Reserva Syrah

Vinum Lector Staff — Tue, 14 Apr 2020 06:23:22 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14%

APPEARANCE
Deep ruby in colour with a purple hue.

NOSE
Intense notes of blackberry, blueberry, and black pepper, accompanied by floral hints of violet and savory touches of black olive and smoked bacon.

PALATE
Full-bodied and structured with refreshing acidity. Tertiary flavors of tar, toffee, and cedar emerge from the oak aging, leading to a long, clean finish.

AGEING
The wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.

PAIRING
Ideal with lamb ribs, roasted lamb shank, or wild boar, especially when seasoned with rosemary and pepper. It pairs well with charcuterie (like prosciutto), pasta with red sauces, and dishes with mushrooms or nuts.

RATINGS

4

Root:1 Sauvignon Blanc Reserva

Vinum Lector Staff — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 07:52:50 +0000

The cool, maritime climate of this estate vineyard in the Casablanca region preserves the natural aromatics and bright acidity of the Sauvignon Blanc. A versatile, food-friendly wine with a crisp, clean finish and refreshing citrus notes that call for grilled seafood or a summery plate of pesto-topped pasta. For more info, visit Root:1 website. VARIETALS 100% Sauvignon Blanc VINTAGE 2023 Download Tasting Note