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Pionero

2010 Maipo Valley Carmenère

The Morande Pionero Carmenère from the 2010 vintage is a captivating red wine hailing from the renowned Maipo Valley. This delightful wine showcases a full-bodied structure complemented by medium acidity that enhances its overall balance. The fruit intensity is pronounced, with alluring notes of ripe blackberries and plums, intermingled with subtle hints of dark chocolate and spice. The tannins are notably firm yet allow for a smooth mouthfeel, providing a robust backbone to the wine. While it presents a dry profile, the complexities and rich flavors make this Carmenère a delightful choice for both casual sipping and pairing with hearty dishes.

Tasting notes:


Chocolate

Chocolate

Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

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

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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