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James Suckling Scores: Chile

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Top 100 Wines of Chile 2023

 

In the prestigious annual report of the Top 100 wines of Chile for 2023 by renowned wine critic James Suckling, Polkura Syrah has earned a coveted place among the finest selections. This recognition underscores the exceptional quality and craftsmanship embodied in Polkura's wines. With its distinctive character and unparalleled depth, Polkura Syrah stands as a testament to the dedication and expertise of the winemaking team. This accolade solidifies Polkura's position as a leading producer in Chile's dynamic wine landscape, showcasing the country's ability to produce world-class wines that captivate connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.

 

James Suckling

Top 100 Wines of Chile 2022

In the annual report of the Top 100 wines of Chile 2022, the prestigious wine editor James Suckling has recognized three Polkura wines. "As a small producer in Marchigue and a member of Chile’s Independent Winemakers Movement, or MOVI, Sven Bruchfeld knows how to make world-class syrah with minimal access to water. His Polkura Syrah Valle de Colchagua Marchigue Secano (Dry Farmed) 2020, our No. 5 Chilean wine, knocks it out of the park with a perfumed, spicy nose and polished tannins". James Suckling.

Best Chilean Malbecs

Great Value Wines

The prestigious American wine critic James Suckling, recognized Polkura Malbec as one of the eight premium Chilean Malbec ranked #1 with 94 points.

“Malbec is a great niche and shows an interesting aspect of Chile,” said Sven Bruchfeld of Polkura, whose Polkura Malbec Valle de Colchagua Marchigue 2016 is a gem of a wine that overdelivers on quality for a bottle in the $30 price range". JS

Best Red Blends of Chile

Best Mediterranean Wines from Chile

In the last edition of James Suckling Chile report, Polkura GSM+T 2019 was recognized as one of the top eight value Mediterranean blends from Chile and ranked #1with 95 points.

 

Mediterranean sensibility

"Polkura’s innovative addition of tempranillo, Bodega Volcanes de Chile’s inclusion of some petite sirah, and Viña Morandé’s experimental fusion of marsanne and rousanne with the grenache-syrah-carignan blend all highlight the fun aspect of Chile’s wine scene, giving it a more effective dose of Mediterranean sensibility". Zekun Shuai, Associate Editor.

Wine Spectator

Top Wines from Chile

On the May issue of Wine Spectator magazine, Polkura was recognized as a great example of the quality of its wines, "Viña Polkura is another leader when it comes to Syrah". Kim Markus- WS editor.

 

Polkura was also recognized for the excellence of its Malbec, "This vibrant red is filled with effusive dark berry and ripe red fruit flavors that are supported by luscious acidity". Kim Markus

 

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