When norwegian armador (shipowner) Dan Odfjell founded our winery, he embarked upon an adventure filled with challenge and promise. “Orzada” is a nautical term for sailing up against the wind before setting a direction – our Orzada wines reflect our staking a course in pursuit of beautiful and memorable wines. This remarkable wine comes from seven years old Syrah vines from the Maule Valley and from the Maipo Valley coming from dry-farmed vineyards with no irrigation and low yields, thus ensuring a perfect combination of concentrated fruit and complexity in the wine. Most of the soil in both cases are clay-based and deep, with low fertility.
Odfjell Orzada Syrah
Odfjell, Orzada, 750 ml
Variety: Syrah
Viña Odfjell, 85% Maule Valley and 15% Maipo Valley
Composition: 100% Syrah
Oenologist: Arnaud Hereu
Pairing: This awesome wine is a perfect companion for grilled or stewed red meats, lamb and strong, flavourful cheeses such as Roquefort and Gorgonzola. It goes well with spicy dishes and robust sauces. Serve at 16-18°C (60-68°F).
Tasting notes:
Colour: Intense deep red colour, with violet and blue reflections.
Aromas: On the nose this wine displays aromas of plums, vanilla, raspberries, dried figs lead the way, together with caramel, chocolate, coffee and floral notes of roses, jasmine and violets. Added complexity from hints of mineral, graphite and “tar”.
Palate: Full bodied and broad in the mouth, it is also fresh, chewy, with soft tannins and a long finish.
