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El Cruce Select Terroir

2022 Central Valley Carmenere

The Santa Ema El Cruce Select Terroir is a Carmenere wine from the Central Valley region. With its lush red hue, this wine showcases a medium body that is perfectly balanced with a moderate fruit intensity. The acidity in this Carmenere is vibrant, adding a refreshing and lively touch to each sip. The tannins are notable yet soft, providing a smooth and satisfying finish. This wine boasts a delightful dryness that complements its rich fruity flavors beautifully.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry, Black Pepper, Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Cherry

Cherry

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

Region:


Central Valley
Central Valley

Away from the dramatically cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean, Central Valley is California's breadbasket, where much of the country's fruit, vegetables, nuts and grapes are grown. Bathed in sunshine and growing in fertile soils, Central Valley spreads 400 miles from Sacramento to Fresno. Because of its heat, the region produces abundant Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, which soak up the sun and transform it into dense, deeply colored wine. In the region's cooler AVAs—those that lie around the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, such as Lodi—higher acid grapes like Chenin Blanc, Colombard, Barbera and Chardonnay grow with great success.

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