Los Vascos Cromas Cabernet Sauvignon Grand Reserva 2018

Lafite-Rothschild family planted roots in Chile decades ago and their Cromas line is all about capturing the specific vibration of the local terroir while maintaining that unmistakable French poise.

The 2018 vintage was particularly kind to this region, offering a long, steady growing season that allowed the fruit to develop serious depth without losing its snap. Dried herbs, and tobacco on the nose but the palate is where the “Grand Reserva” designation really shows its teeth. It’s structured and savory, leaning into flavors of blackberry compote, cracked peppercorns, and a hint of graphite. The tannins are present but polished, giving the wine a sturdy frame that begs for a charred ribeye or a hearty lentil stew. It’s a sophisticated, site-specific Cabernet that punches well above its weight class.