Founded in 1856, Cousiño Macul is the only winery amongst those established during the nineteenth century that continues in the hands of the founding family, who controls 100% ownership of the company. We are a company with tradition, character and identity. For years we have been concerned about being leaders in wine production, always bearing in mind our values, our history and the excellence of our wines. “Our mission is to produce world-class wines that are unmistakably Chilean, with character that expresses the unique taste of the Maipo Valley”, Carlos Cousiño, Chairman of Cousiño Macul.
The “LOTA” project was born at the beginning of 2003, when the Cousiño family decided to create a world-class wine to celebrate its 150th anniversary. Lota brings together the industrial beginnings of the family: coal mining and viticulture. Both, originated in the nineteenth century, were the starting point of the great legacies of this family. Lota combines tradition, family history and elegance, characteristic of Cousiño Macul wines, with the cohesion of a wine group that seeks excellence as a guide.
Tasting Notes
Deep, bright and intense red-brickish color that shows it´s evolution. It´s aromas are very frutal, reminding us to cherries and fresh plums at the beginning, then giving way to earthy notes, pepper, vanilla, caramel and toasted nutmeg. In mouth it´s gentle, elegant and intense at the same time. Tannins are very present and soft; the fruit characteristics are confirmed and the experience is enhanced by a very rich acidity for a long time.
Wines
From Cousino Macul
Antigua Reserva Chardonnay
Antigua Reserva Cabernet
Lota Cabernet Merlot
