Reserve

2013 Cachapoal Valley Carmenere

Cantavida Reserve Carmenere from the 2013 vintage invites you to experience the lush, vibrant character of red wines from the Cachapoal Valley. This delightful wine showcases a medium-bodied structure that offers a fine balance between richness and elegance. With high acidity, it delivers a refreshing brightness that complements the wine's bold flavors. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing enticing notes of ripe blackberries and dark cherries, while the tannins present a firm yet smooth texture, contributing to the wine's overall depth. The Cantavida Reserve is vinified to be dry, allowing its complex flavors to shine through, making it a perfect companion for hearty dishes or an enjoyable sip on its own.

Tasting notes:

Chocolate

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce, Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb

Region:

Valle Central

The expansive, warm flatlands of Chile's Valle Central are home to most of the country's vineyards. This long stretch of land from Santiago to Itata Valley is divided into four sub-regions, each with its own climate and reputation. There is Maipo Valley with its minty Cabernet Sauvignon, Rapel Valley with its spicy Carménère and the Curicó and Maule Valleys, famous for concentrated Carignan made from old vines. Throughout the valley—which is prized for its rich, volcanic soils—the hot days and cool nights result in ripe, well-balanced grapes. Some of the most common Valle Central wines are fruit-forward reds made from plummy Merlot and pear-flavored whites crafted from Chardonnay.

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