Wines made from Carmenère grapes of Skopje
Discover the best wines made with Carmenère as a single variety or as a blend of Skopje.
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 Skopje
Northern wine region of North Macedonia (Vardar valley around the capital), where Vranec was first planted in the 1950s before becoming the national grape. Vranec reigns in red ("black stallion" — Macedonia is the world's leading producer, 10,800 ha): powerful and deep with black blackberry, stewed cherry, plum, chocolate, spices, ink and floral touch, firm tannins, generous alcohol and freshness. Rare Stanusina. Zilavka, Smederevka, Temjanika in whites.
What are the typical flavors of the Carmenère grape variety?
- ChocolatePresent in 1% of Carmenère
- Non oakPresent in 1% of Carmenère
- EarthPresent in 1% of Carmenère
- OakPresent in 1% of Carmenère
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Carmenère
- MentholPresent in 1% of Carmenère
- Red fruitPresent in 1% of Carmenère
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Carmenère
- FloralPresent in 1% of Carmenère
- Dried fruitPresent in 1% of Carmenère