Balduzzi Carménère

2012 Maule Valley Carmenere

The Balduzzi Balduzzi Carménère from the renowned Maule Valley is a captivating red wine that showcases the unique qualities of its varietal. This vintage from 2012 offers a charming medium-bodied experience, defined by its lively acidity that brings a refreshing brightness to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing delightful notes of dark berries and subtle hints of spice, which are beautifully complemented by its soft, well-knit tannins that provide a gentle structure to the wine. With its dry profile, this Carménère exhibits a harmonious balance that invites further exploration, making it an excellent choice for food pairings or enjoying on its own. The overall impression is one of elegance and approachability, reflecting the unique terroir of the Maule Valley while staying true to the character of the Carménère grape.

Tasting notes:

Chocolate

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Roasted Vegetables, Lentil Soup, Braised Meat

Region:

Maule Valley

When it comes to well-balanced reds of great value, Chile's Maule Valley is hard to beat. The southernmost part of Chile's Central Valley, Maule is a large sub-region with many microclimates and soil types. The Maule River and the nearby Pacific Ocean both greatly influence its climate. Maule was one of the first places in Chile planted with grapevines. It is famed today for its 100-year-old Carignan vines and the densely sumptuous wines they produce. More typical, however, are its powerful Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy aromatic Carménère and plush Merlot reds. For whites, check out Maule's cheery Sauvignon Blanc and rounded Chardonnay. Chile’s Denominación de Origen (DO) classification system focuses on separating wines by the physical location of origin. To use the DO classification on a label, a producer must have pulled 85 percent of the fruit used in a wine from a defined regional location. The DO system names wine regions in the country from north to south.

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