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Caballo Chileno

2008 Maipo Valley Carmenere

The 2008 Caballo Chileno Carmenere from the renowned Maipo Valley is a captivating red wine that exudes excellence and elegance. This medium-bodied wine presents a beautiful deep garnet color, hinting at its richness. On the palate, it showcases bright acidity that brings liveliness and freshness, enhancing the overall experience. Forward fruit intensity reveals luscious notes of ripe blackberries and dark cherries, accompanied by subtle hints of herbal undertones and spice that reflect the character of the Carmenere varietal. The tannins are notably firm yet smooth, offering a structured mouthfeel that promises age-worthiness. With its dry profile, this wine is a delightful companion for hearty dishes or enjoyed on its own, revealing the true expression of its terroir and the craftsmanship behind it.

Tasting notes:


Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Tobacco

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Beef Bourguignon, Roasted Lamb, Persian Lamb Stew

Region:


Chile
Chile

In recent years, Chile has increasingly produced incredible wines of exceptional value. With a setting influenced by the Andes Mountains, the Pacific Ocean, the Atacama Desert and even Antarctica, Chile is a diverse land with rocky foothills, lush valley floors and cool coastal zones. Chile gained international renown for its New World take on classic Bordeaux varieties. Interestingly, it's an obscure red Bordeaux variety—Carménère—that has become Chile's signature grape. But other Old World varieties do equally well in Chile; Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay have all become mainstays of Chilean wine, exhibiting impressive levels of quality and balance in the country's distinct terroirs.

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