# El Sueño Syrah (2023)

- **Producer:** Vinicola Patacon
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** Chile
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €9
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black pepper, dried herbs, violet, raspberry, dark cherry, blackberry, red cherry

## About this wine

El Sueño Syrah 2023 from Vinicola Patacon is a Chilean red wine, a blend of 93% Syrah and 7% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine's name, 'El Sueño,' signifies the winery's aspirational goals. Vinicola Patacon, established in 1982 by brothers Ricardo and Pedro Toro Espinosa, is a family-owned entity emphasizing hard work, quality, and innovation. They are recognized as the largest single-unit winery in Chile and are committed to sustainable practices. A distinctive feature of this wine is its packaging in an environmentally friendly paper container, designed to lower energy consumption and carbon footprint during transport.

## Interesting facts

- The wine's name, 'El Sueño,' translates to 'the dream.'
- Packaged in an environmentally friendly paper container.
- Vinicola Patacon is noted as the largest single-unit winery in Chile.
- Certified 'Sustainable Wine of Chile'.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and grilled preparations. The dark fruit and peppery notes can harmonize with herbs and spices often found in these dishes, while the wine's structure can cut through fattiness.

## Wine making process

El Sueño Syrah 2023 is produced by Vinicola Patacon, utilizing a blend of Syrah (93%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (7%). The winemaking process involves fermentation and aging in stainless steel tanks. This technique is chosen to preserve the wine's freshness and highlight its fruity character. Vinicola Patacon is committed to sustainable practices, evidenced by their 'Sustainable Wine of Chile' certification and their innovative use of eco-friendly paper packaging.