The name Santa Digna was given to the crosses marking the district boundaries of a land. These crosses served to delimit territories and symbolised good fortune and protection for those who were leaving for other climes.
Since reaching Chile in 1979, we have conducted some interesting viticultural experiments with different grape varieties. One of these, Syrah, did not appear to really thrive in Curicó so after a few years we tried planting it in Linares, 140 km further south. There, growing in poor, well-drained soils, Syrah provides low-yield but excellent harvests. Enjoy its intense, purple colour and its aroma with hints of small black fruits, violet and redcurrant.
After a long quest, we produced our first shiraz wine, with a small percentage of cabernet Sauvignon. This is an opulent wine, robust with a fine body and silky, rounded tannins.
Highlights are its deep purple colour and notes of forest fruits: blackberry, violet and hints of blackcurrant.
The palate is elegant with character. Ageing in French oak contributes a pleasing toasty background.
