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Petit Reserve

Maule Valley Carmenere

Trader Joe's Petit Reserve offers a rich, velvety experience with its Carmenere varietal sourced from the Maule Valley. This red wine boasts a medium-full body that envelops the palate with its smooth texture. The wine showcases balanced acidity that adds a refreshing touch, complementing the prominent fruit intensity of the Carmenere grapes. The tannins in this wine provide a firm structure without overpowering, creating a harmonious blend. The dryness in Trader Joe's Petit Reserve enhances the overall depth of flavors, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a well-rounded red wine.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry, Black Pepper, Plum

Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Plum

Plum

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 0

Low High

Oak Oak 2

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

Region:


Maule Valley
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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