Grape · Red
Carménère
RedWSET level 2
Originally from Bordeaux but nearly extinct due to phylloxera. Now signature grape of Chile (rediscovered in 1994). Herbaceous character (pyrazines), soft tannins. Needs lots of sun.
- Origin
- Bordeaux, France
- Climate
- Warm
- Skin colour
- Dark blue
- Alcohol
- 13-14.5%
- Ageing potential
- Good
Taste profile
Aromas
- Red bell pepper
- Green pepper
- Plum
- Cherry
- Herbs
- Coffee
Where does it grow?
- Chile (Colchagua, Maipo)
- Bordeaux (zeldzaam)
- Northern Italy
Key wines
- Chilean Carménère
- Colchagua Carménère
Food
Grilled meat, empanadas, vegetable dishes
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