Carmenère

Carmenère

Carmenère is a red grape varietal originally from Bordeaux, France, but it has found a new homeland in Chile where it is now vitally blossomed. This grape variety is considered a part of the Cabernet family of grapes, closely drawing comparisons to Merlot.

The Carmenère grape is medium to large in size with a dark blue-black hue. It flourishes in semi-arid regions and requires a long ripening season, which is why the climates of Chile are ideal for its growth. The wine produced from Carmenère grapes is typically deeply coloured and full-bodied. It is characterised by its rich, smooth texture and intense flavours. It possesses an intricate palate profile echoing notes of red fruits like cherries and raspberries, mingling with earthy tones, spicy hints of black pepper, and dark chocolate. A distinctive feature that sets Carmenère wines apart is their pronounced herbaceous green pepper notes, contributed by compounds called pyrazines.

Wines made from the Carmenère grape usually have medium tannins and medium to high acidity, complementing its complex flavour profile and offering a balanced structure. They are often best enjoyed young, but can also be successfully aged for several years, enhancing their complexity and depth.

Carmenère has proven quite intriguing for oenophiles, sommeliers, and wine enthusiasts due to its unique history and rediscovery in Chile. Once mistaken for Merlot in the mid-19th Century, its true identity was only rediscovered in the 1990s by a French viticulturalist. Since this 'rebirth', Carmenère wines have secured an esteemed position in the global wine trade and have become an iconic representation of Chilean winemaking craftsmanship. This intriguing grape variety continues to capture the fascination of wine aficionados around the globe, owing to its distinctive characteristics, bold flavours, and enthralling evolution.

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