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Carmenère — Chile Recipe

Once mistaken for Merlot, this Bordeaux grape is now Chile’s signature variety; earthy, with green pepper notes. Medium-Bodied Red Wine

Vintage

2026

Region

Chile

Grape

Carmenère

ABV

Not listed

Wine

Drink

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Descriptors

Colour

Deep ruby, lifted edge

Tannins

Balanced, finely woven

Acidity

Fresh, steady, composed

Body

Medium

Finish

Clean, polished, softly lingering

Serve At

16-18C, large bowl

Tasting Notes

Nose

Once mistaken for Merlot, this Bordeaux grape is now Chile’s signature variety; earthy, with green pepper notes.

Palate

Medium-Bodied Red Wine

Finish

Clean, polished, softly lingering character keeps the wine pulled together after each sip, with enough tension to stay compelling through a meal.

Food Pairings

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