Morandé
Morandé operates in Chile's Maipo Valley, the Central Valley's most established wine region. The winery's portfolio centers on red wines that draw from the valley's warm continental climate and alluvial soils. Casatinta Red Blend—a marriage of Malbec, Shiraz, and Cabernet Franc—stands as the flagship, achieving an average prestige rating of 93.5 across Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Decanter, Wine Enthusiast, and Falstaff. The Black Series offers focused expressions: a Pinot Noir (93.0 average) that navigates the tension between the variety's delicate structure and the region's ripeness, and a Syrah (92.0 average) that channels the valley's capacity for dark fruit and spice. These wines have been assessed by major international critics, positioning Morandé within Chile's serious red wine conversation.
Critics
Wine Spectator, Decanter, Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast