Milla Cala 2021 is a vibrant and expressive red blend from VIK in Chile's Millahue Valley, showcasing 68% Cabernet Sauvignon with Carmenere, Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. This vintage balances richness and freshness, delivering layers of blackberry, dark chocolate, sweet tobacco, and black olives. Polished and full-bodied, it finishes long and seamlessly, offering both immediate appeal and aging potential.

James Suckling | JS 95
Published: Feb 10, 2024

Dark chocolate, black olives and a touch of sweet tobacco to the sweet blackberries. Rich and deep but very fresh at the same time. Firm, full and pretty seamless. Very long finish. 68% cabernet sauvignon, 16% carmenere, 4% cabernet franc, 7% syrah and 5% merlot. Drink or hold.

Wine Spectator | WS 93
#36 on 2024 Top 100 list

Alluring notes of dried violet, olive and black cherry lead

Vikwine.com

Milla Cala is an assemblage that pays homage to the encounter between the new and the old world. Its name combines “Milla”, which means gold in Mapudungun, with “Cala”, the Spanish translation of Vik. This wine captivates you with its irresistible character, expressive fruit notes and a lingering elegance that perfectly balances aroma and flavor.

Technical Specs

Brand: VIK
Producer: Viña VIK
Wine Name: Milla Cala
Wine Type: Red Wine
Country: Chile
Region: Cachapoal Valley
Subregion: Millahue
Appellation: Cachapoal Valley
Vintage: 2021
Grape Varieties: 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Carménère, 7% Syrah, 5% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol Content: 14.1% ABV
Bottle Size: 1500 ml
Style: Dry, Full-Bodied Red Blend
Ageing: 20 months in French oak barrels
Oak: Barrels toasted using oak sourced from the VIK estate
Residual Sugar: 3.64 g/L
Total Acidity: 5.34 g/L
pH: 3.61
Closure: Cork

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Serving Suggestion: Serve at 16–18°C in a large Bordeaux-style wine glass. Decant for around one hour to allow the wine's aromatic layers and structure to open.
Decanting: Approximately 1 hour
Drinking Window: 2026–2042, depending on storage conditions

Food Pairing:  Excellent with grilled ribeye, roast lamb, venison, slow-braised beef, herb-crusted pork, grilled mushrooms, foie gras agnolotti and mature cheeses.