Wines made from Carmenère grapes of Sao Paulo
Discover the best wines made with Carmenère as a single variety or as a blend of Sao Paulo.
More informations about the variety Carmenère
Velvety, deep reds with a dark robe and round tannins, showing aromas of blackberry, plum, ripe red pepper, dark chocolate, coffee and gentle spice. Warm, supple finish. Absolute star of Chile (Colchagua, Cachapoal, Maipo) where it was rediscovered in 1994, long confused with Merlot. A historic Bordeaux variety that nearly vanished after phylloxera, a cross of Cabernet Franc × Gros Cabernet.
More informations about the region of Sao Paulo
Wine state of south-east Brazil, with its heart at São Roque ("Terra do Vinho") founded by Italian and Portuguese immigrants in the 18th c. Traditional-method sparkling as stars: fresh, lively bubblies with notes of green apple, citrus, white flowers and brioche, a fine bubble. Supple reds blending Bonarda, Barbera and fleshy Tannat, round tannins. Perfumed Muscat sweet wines (orange blossom, honey).