Winery Raíz de ChileGrand Reserve Carménère
Red wine
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or lamb.
Taste structure of the Grand Reserve Carménère from the Winery Raíz de Chile
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Grand Reserve Carménère of Winery Raíz de Chile in the region of Central Valley is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Food and wine pairings with Grand Reserve Carménère
Pairings that work perfectly with Grand Reserve Carménère
Original food and wine pairings with Grand Reserve Carménère
The Grand Reserve Carménère of Winery Raíz de Chile matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or lamb such as recipes of fricandeaux german style, bean soup and spaghetti (traditional andalusian dish) or lamb mouse confit in wine.
Details and technical informations about Winery Raíz de Chile's Grand Reserve Carménère.
Discover the grape 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.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Grand Reserve Carménère from Winery Raíz de Chile are 2017, 0, 2018
Informations about the Winery Raíz de Chile
The Winery Raíz de Chile is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 13 wines for sale in the of Maule Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Maule Valley
Historic cradle of Chilean viticulture (16th century). Quality revival around old-vine Carignan (70+ years): dense, deep reds with notes of blackberry, candied plum, spices and fine tannins, a unique expression. Sturdy Cabernet Sauvignon, supple Carménère (ripe pepper, black fruits), juicy Côt (Malbec), round Merlot. Some sharp Sauvignon Blanc.
The wine region of Central Valley
Heart of modern Chilean wine: structured, sunny reds, dense, blackcurranty Cabernet Sauvignon from Maipo (Chilean cradle of the grape), signature Carménère with notes of ripe pepper, black fruit and sweet spices from Colchagua, supple Merlot and deep Syrah. Round Chardonnay whites and lively, sharp Sauvignon. Mediterranean climate, 400 km between Andes and Pacific. Star sub-regions: Maipo, Cachapoal, Colchagua, Curicó, Maule.
The word of the wine: Flavours
There are generally four so-called fundamental flavours: acidity, bitterness, sweetness and saltiness. The first three are considered to be the building blocks of the structure of wines. They are perceived by the taste buds that cover the surface of the tongue.
