Carménère Reserva, Chile
TASTING NOTES
The southernmost region of Chile’s Colchagua Valley is famed for its rugged cowboys and full-bodied reds. Our Criterion Carménère captures this Andean spirit with a generous balance of black and red berries, hints of cinnamon, nutmeg and a savory touch of dark chocolate
WINEMAKING NOTES
Hand harvested in plastic cases, 15 to 37 day maceration.
THE REGION
Located 110 miles south of Santiago, the southernmost portion of the Rapel Valley is one of Chile’s best known wine regions and has earned much applause for its full-bodied Carmenere.
FOOD PAIRING
Criterion Carménère Reserva pairs beautifully alongside herb-roasted lamb chops with roasted fingerling potatoes .