The flavor of sweaty saddle in wine of Carmelo

Discover the of Carmelo wines revealing the of sweaty saddle flavor during the olphactive analysis (nose) and during the gustative analysis (mouth).

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The wine region of Carmelo of Uruguay. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Bodega Boutique El Legado or the Domaine Bodega Boutique El Legado produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Carmelo are Tannat, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Viognier, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Carmelo often reveals types of flavors of oaky, vanilla or black fruits and sometimes also flavors of black currant, chocolate or non oak.

In the mouth of Carmelo is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins. We currently count 9 estates and châteaux in the of Carmelo, producing 89 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Carmelo go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food.

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