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2 Total Awards
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2024 Carignan

Sentido Contrario

Maule Valley, Chile

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Charge ahead with bold flavors, lively company, and a night that never slows down

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About This Wine


Sentido Contrario

Carignan

Sourced from the dry-farmed old vines of Maule Valley, this wine is bursting with deep, concentrated flavors that make every sip an event. Ripe plum and black cherry lead the charge, followed by a velvety wave of dark chocolate and a whisper of anise that lingers just long enough to keep things interesting. Its rich, structured presence is both gripping and smooth, offering a full fruit expression with a touch of warmth. Whether you're firing up the grill for a backyard BBQ or gathering around the table for a lively family dinner, Sentido Contrario is the perfect match for bold flavors and great company. Pour a glass, embrace the unexpected, and enjoy the ride. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.

Sentido Contrario 2024 Carignan Maule Valley DO, Chile

Wine 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.

Flavor Profile


Pairs well with… BBQ Pork Ribs, Baked Eggplant, Leg of Lamb

Body 4 Acidity 3Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 5Tannin 4

Tasting Notes


  • A figure representing the Plum tasting note. Plum
  • A figure representing the Black Cherry tasting note. Black Cherry
  • A figure representing the Dark Chocolate tasting note. Dark Chocolate

This expressive Carignan from Chile’s Maule Valley delivers a bold experience. Ripe plum and black cherry unfold in velvety layers, while dark chocolate adds lingering warmth. A hint of anise and a nuance of licorice balance the vine’s structured presence with refreshing brightness, inviting savoring.

Awards


Sentido Contrario 2024 Carignan Maule Valley DO, Chile: Carignan

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2 TOTAL AWARDS

  • Silver Medal, 2025 USA Wine Ratings
  • Silver Medal, 2025 International Eastern Wine Competition
Sentido Contrario 2024 Carignan Maule Valley DO, Chile