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Wine Description
The Story
Grape varieties: Carmenere
Origin: Curico Valley
Ageing: 11 months in French oak (30% new oak And 70% oak second year)
Tasting notes :
Great intensity of color. Its aromas powerfully express the character of the Carmenère varietal (forest fruits, eucalyptus, and leather), with notes of torrefaction – laurel and clove – licorice and black pepper. Great fullness on the palate and robust tannins. Retro-nasal aromas of toasted bread and spices ending in a long finish.
Serving suggestions:
This great wine is the ideal companion for roast lamb or pig as well as meats cooked over coals and spiced with aromatic herbs and licorice.
Awards:
Vintage 2009 - Mundus Vini 2013- Gold Medal
Vintage 2009 - Japan Wine Challenge 2013 - Gold Medal
Vintage 2008 - Catador W Chile - Grand Gold Medal
Vintage 2008 - Cinve Spain - Gold Medal
Vintage 2008 - Concours Bruxelles Chile 2010 - Gold Medal
Vintage 2007 - Concours Bruxelles Chile 2009 - Gold Medal
Scores
Vintage 2009 - Guía Peñín Chile 2013 - 91 Points
Vintage 2008 - Wine Guide LA CAV 2012 Chile - 90 Points
Vintage 2007 - Descorchados 2010 - 90 Points
