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Meli

2010 Maule Valley Carignan

Tastingroom Meli is a stunning red wine crafted from the Carignan varietal, hailing from the esteemed Maule Valley of Chile. This 2010 vintage showcases a beautifully rich and expressive character, with its full-bodied nature offering depth and complexity in every sip. The wine exhibits a lively acidity that brings a refreshing brightness, perfectly balancing the fruit intensity, which is both prominent and captivating, revealing tantalizing notes of ripe cherries and dark berries. The tannins are firmly structured yet subtle, providing a smooth mouthfeel and a long-lasting finish. This delightful Carignan is an excellent choice for those seeking a well-crafted, food-friendly companion for their meals.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Black Cherry

Earth

Pairs well with:

Beef Bourguignon, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

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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