{"product_id":"vik-o-leao-2018-red-blend-1-5l-magnum-chile","title":"VIK O Leão 2018 Red Blend 1.5L Magnum","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eVIK O Leão 2018 Red Blend 1.5L Magnum – Cachapoal Valley, Chile\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIK O Leão 2018 Red Blend 1.5L Magnum\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive Chilean red created by acclaimed \u003cstrong\u003eViña VIK\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Cachapoal Valley and made in tribute to \u003cstrong\u003eLarry Johnson\u003c\/strong\u003e, the adventurous and influential leader who helped guide Fogo de Chão's growth and bring its celebration of Brazilian food, wine and culture to a wider international audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back label tells the story beautifully: Johnson taught himself Portuguese out of his love for Brazil and pursued an ambition to share that culture with the world. O Leão—Portuguese for \u003cstrong\u003e“The Lion”\u003c\/strong\u003e—was created as a fitting tribute to that strength, courage and adventurous spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFogo de Chão continues to identify O Leão as one of its Founders Trilogy wines, alongside Eulila and Jorjão, with O Leão specifically honoring Larry Johnson and his role in Fogo's global growth. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented here in the impressive and increasingly difficult-to-find \u003cstrong\u003e1.5-liter magnum format\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2018 O Leão offers both a compelling story and a serious expression of Chilean red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Chilean Blend Led by Carménère\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 magnum is composed of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e51% Carménère\u003cbr\u003e24% Syrah\u003cbr\u003e15% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e10% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prominence of Carménère gives the wine its distinctly Chilean identity, while Syrah contributes dark fruit, spice and richness. Cabernet Sauvignon brings structure and depth, and Cabernet Franc adds aromatic complexity and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was matured for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e15 months in barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the varieties to integrate while developing additional complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby to garnet in color, the \u003cstrong\u003e2018 VIK O Leão\u003c\/strong\u003e opens with generous aromas of \u003cstrong\u003eblackberry, ripe plum, black cherry and raspberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, joined by layers of dark spice, dried herbs, earth and subtle oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is full and concentrated yet balanced, with ripe dark fruit at its core. Carménère contributes plushness and savory herbal character, while Syrah adds spice and richness. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc provide structure, freshness and firm but polished tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHints of \u003cstrong\u003eblack pepper, tobacco, vanilla, earth and dark chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge as the wine opens, leading to a persistent, savory finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine built for the table—rich enough for grilled meats, yet balanced enough to remain lively throughout a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Wine Created for Fogo de Chão\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eO Leão occupies an unusual place in the VIK portfolio because its identity is tied directly to the history of \u003cstrong\u003eFogo de Chão\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt forms part of the restaurant group's \u003cstrong\u003eFounders Trilogy Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, three wines honoring important figures in the Fogo story. O Leão honors Larry Johnson, while Eulila honors Selma “Eulila” Oliveira and Jorjão honors Jorge Ongaratto. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat connection makes O Leão particularly appropriate alongside churrasco and grilled meats—the cuisine it was created to accompany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe VIK Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViña VIK has become one of the most ambitious names in modern Chilean wine. Its vineyards are located in Chile's Cachapoal Valley, where the combination of Andean influence, warm days and cooler nights creates conditions particularly suited to Bordeaux varieties, Carménère and Syrah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eO Leão takes that winemaking pedigree in a different direction: a generous, approachable and food-driven blend designed around the character of Carménère and the traditions of the South American table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 O Leão is an ideal partner for \u003cstrong\u003eBrazilian churrasco\u003c\/strong\u003e, grilled ribeye, picanha, beef short ribs, rack of lamb, roasted pork, smoked meats and hearty pasta with ragù.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the full experience, serve it alongside grilled beef seasoned simply with coarse salt and let the wine's fruit, spice and acidity do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy the Magnum Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1.5L magnum\u003c\/strong\u003e makes this bottling especially appealing for entertaining, celebrations and collectors of unusual large-format wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA magnum contains the equivalent of \u003cstrong\u003etwo standard 750ml bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for a dinner table or gathering. 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