Special Selection

Central Valley Carmenere

The Paso Grande Special Selection is a captivating red wine crafted from the Carmenere grape variety in the renowned Central Valley region. This wine boasts a rich and luscious body that envelops the palate with velvety smoothness, offering a delightful balance of bright fruit notes. The acidity in this wine adds a refreshing liveliness to each sip, enhancing the overall drinking experience. The tannins are notable, providing a structured backbone to the wine, while the dryness leaves a pleasant lingering finish.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Cherry

Black Pepper

Pairs well with:

Grilled Meats, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

Region:

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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