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Carménère Reserve
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Carménère Reserve

Carménère Reserve

85% Carménère, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.

$6.590

This Carménère Reserva comes from Melipilla, in the Maipo Valley, from vineyards planted on foothill soils of granitic origin and clay loam texture. The valley's Mediterranean climate, moderated by the coastal influence, allows for long ripening, essential for Carmenere to develop its characteristic palette of spicy aromas and soft tannins.

The grapes are harvested by hand during the first week of May, looking for the optimum point of ripeness. Vinification includes a 3-day cold maceration. Then, between 50% and 60% of the blend is aged for 6 months in used French and American oak barrels, which adds complexity without overshadowing the varietal character.

It has a deep and intense carmine color. The nose is very expressive, with notes of red and black fruits, along with the characteristic spicy note of the variety, with pepper and earthy hints that intertwine with subtle hints of toast and vanilla. The palate is smooth, friendly in texture, fresh and with a long finish. Best served at 17°C with a tomaticán or baked pine empanadas.
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TASTING NOTE

Deep, intense carmine color with violet rims. The nose is very expressive with notes of red and black fruits, pepper and earthy notes, along with subtle notes of toast and vanilla. The palate is smooth, friendly in texture, fresh and with a long finish.

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

15 to 16°C

Technical Data
General and Technical Information
  • Appellation of Origin: Maipo Valley
  • 85% Carménère, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.
  • Alcoholic content: 14.0% vol.
  • Total acidity: 3.8 g/l
  • pH: 3.5
  • Residual sugar: 2.9 g/L
Terroir (Vineyard)
  • Soil: Soils at the foot of the mountain, of granitic origin and clay loam texture.
  • Climate: The vineyard is exposed to maritime influences due to its proximity to the Pacific Ocean and its location on the banks of the Maipo River. There are morning mists and breezes that cool the vines. The climate is temperate Mediterranean, with average maximum temperatures between 28 and 29°C and minimum temperatures between 12 and 15°C during December and until the end of March.
Winemaking Process
  • Harvest: Manual, during the first week of May.
  • Fermentation: A cold maceration is carried out for 3 days at 6°C (41°F). Fermentation is carried out with selected yeasts, between 26°C and 28°C.
  • Aging: 50-60% of the blend was aged in used French and American oak barrels for a period of 6 months.

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