{"title":"CARMÉNÈRE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/GrapeBanner2.jpg?v=1543876090\" alt=\"Organic Vineyard with cropcover\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Carménère grape has found its home in Chile, but during the early19th century it was one of the most widely cultivated grape varieties in the Médoc and Graves regions of Bordeaux where it was a valued blending partner of Cabernet Franc. However its susceptibility to phylloxera led growers to uproot the vine in the 1860s and replacing it with better yielding grape varieties such as Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarménère was first introduced in Chile in the 19th century where it thrived on the country’s phylloxera-free vineyards, as most of its vines are planted on native rootstock. For a long time it stayed in obscurity, as it was mixed with Merlot plantings in the vineyards; however, in recent times it has been correctly identified, vinified and labelled separately in its own right.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Chile it is typically blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, imparting succulent and luxurious fruitiness and many of the country’s flagship wines incorporate judicious proportions of Carménère in their blends. It is now also increasingly being bottled as a single varietal wine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarménère wines are deeply coloured and are usually well structured with smooth, well-rounded tannins, and ripe berry fruit flavours. Cooler climate regions, like the coastal Limari in Chile, produce an earthy, leaner, more elegant style with crunchy red fruit and green pepper flavours. Warmer climates, like in Maipo, give concentrated, heady wines, inky-coloured and with opulent notes of dark chocolate, soy sauce and black pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arboleda-carmenere-chilean-red-wine","title":"Arboleda Carménère 2022","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eArboleda Carménère is a fine and silky wine that year after year presents elegant tannins in perfect balance with its fresh acidity. Its classic black fruits and balsamic notes come from exceptional fruits of high concentration from Las Vertientes Vineyard, where they undergo a long, slow ripening process. This complex wine achieves its great structure, rounded character and depth during its ageing in French oak barrels. This bright garnet-red Carménère presents a pleasing aromatic expression. It opens elegantly to reveal its spicy character of black fruits with delicate notes of chocolate. The elegant palate is underscored by delicious acidity, silky tannins, good balance and great depth, with flavours that recall spices, red bell pepper and red fruits.[#intro]A ripe, elegant, smooth and satisfying Carménère, rich in dark berry fruits and spice...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arboleda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13814780690490,"sku":"A22ARBOLEDACAR-1","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Carmenere.jpg?v=1583071046"},{"product_id":"matetic-corralillo-carmenere","title":"Matetic Corralillo Carménère 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Matetic Corralillo Carménère comes from the Colchagua valley, specifically Apalta, from vineyards located in hillsides with great exposure to the sun. 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The grapes are all sourced from Haras de Pirque’s organic vineyards, situated in the Maipo Andes valley at over 2300 feet (700 meters) above sea level. Aged for fourteen months in French oak Galantas Gran Reserva is ruby-purple in colour with aromas of dark berry fruits. The palate is supple, elegant, fresh, and mineral-laced. A wine capable of demonstrating all of the character of the Maipo Andes valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haras de Pirque","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":22654011080762,"sku":"A21HARASGALANTAS-1","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Galantas.jpg?v=1549918025"},{"product_id":"ca-del-bosco-corte-del-lupo-rosso-curtefranca-doc","title":"Ca' del Bosco Corte del Lupo Rosso 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eCa' del Bosco Corte del Lupo Rosso is a red grape blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Carménère. Meticulous attention to detail in the wine-making process is key at Ca' del Bosco. Prior to vinification the carefully selected hand-picked grapes are put through the exclusive “berry spa,” a special whirlpool-like wash for grape bunches, consisting of three soaking tanks, followed by thorough drying. Thereafter, gravity comes into play as the clusters are transported over the maceration vat, where they are de-stemmed, allowing the berries to naturally fall into vat; eliminating the need for traditional pumping, which can cause the skins to break and develop unwanted herbaceous hints. After malolactic fermentation in small oak barrels the wine is racked and assembled into different product lots. The final Corte del Lupo Rosso blend continues ageing in oak and stainless steel for approximately 21 months, followed by bottling, again by gravity. No sulphites are added at this stage, to guarantee integrity and wholesomeness. 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Fermented in cement tanks, 80% of the wine is aged for 18 months in big Slavonian oak barrels and the remaining 20% in French barriques for at least 6 months, followed by a minimum of 6 months rest in bottle before release. Brilliant ruby red, the aromas are fruit-rich when the wine is young, later mellowing with bottle age into ripe plum fruit layered over a faintly grassy background note. 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Intense ruby red in colour it displays notes of tobacco and intriguing hints of vanilla and cocoa powder to the nose. The palate finds a perfect balance of softness and acidity with the sweet, elegantly assertive and velvet smooth tannins that are the hallmark of the Merlot grape variety. An ideal partner for red meat dishes, poultry, roasts, braised or stewed meats, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23685527994426,"sku":"A20SANLEONARDOGRESTI-1","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Villa_Gresti.jpg?v=1567702384"},{"product_id":"san-leonardo-red-wine","title":"San Leonardo 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eA powerful yet elegant red, San Leonardo brings together the colours, aromas and savours of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Merlot aged in small oak barrels, melding them harmoniously into a uniquely intense, full-bodied wine with superb depth of flavour. Before bottling, the precise proportions are decided only after rigorous tasting of samples, barrique by barrique. The early months of maturation in cement tanks are followed by 18-24 months in new and pre-used barriques and then a further 12 months in bottle prior to release. Intense ruby red in colour, the aroma is expressive with balsamic notes, forest fruits, chocolate, tobacco, pepper and elegant nuances of bell pepper. 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Written during the peak of the European avant-garde movement in 1931, the name 'Altazor' is a combination of 'altura' (altitude) and 'azorado' (bewildered or taken aback) and this wine pays tribute to Huidobro's creationist and innovative vision. Sourced from grapes grown in the finest alluvial soils in Alto Maipo, Altazor expresses the character and finesse of Cabernet Sauvignon (90%). Small, significant contributions of Carménère and Carignan, from old dry farmed vines in southern Chile, contribute complexity and structure to the wine. Fed by gravity, the wine was made without any additions and following fermentation it was transferred to French oak barrels (30% new) where it spent 16 months. It received a further 18 months’ ageing in bottle prior to release. Altazor is an exceptional wine revealing expressive aromatic layers, balanced concentration and wonderful complexity. Deep red fruits and cassis are underpinned by mineral notes, graphite and tobacco. 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After being harvested by hand, the grapes are pressed together. Contact with the red grape skins creates the soft, elegant salmon colour, technically known as “onion skin”. After fermentation the wine remains on the lees for one month before being bottled. A delicate pale rosé in colour, 'FREEDA' is a fantastic combination of spice and fruity aromas. On the nose there are upfront aromas of sour cherry, raspberry and green peppercorn; on the palate great minerality and freshness with a structured body and long harmonious finish. 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After fermentation the wine is aged in French oak barrels (80% new and 20% a year old) for 18 months, thereafter, 8% Petit Verdot is added to the final blend which adds spice, structure, colour and acidity. Purple Angel displays the rich flavours typical of Carménère. Deep carmine red in colour, this wine has aromas of blackberries and figs, combined with notes of nutmeg, dark chocolate and pastry. 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Precision farming allows the winemaking team to identify homogenous sectors within each vineyard and harvest these individually according to the progress of the berries in each lot. The grapes were all hand-picked and the must was fermented in small stainless steel vats followed by maturation in French oak barrels (65% new) for 22 months. Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve was crafted aiming to preserve freshness and capturing the distinct fruit flavours and textures of this sensational vintage. The resulting wine is fresh, layered with distinctive minerality and nuance. 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Cool ocean breezes and low night-time temperatures help to moderate this warm area, allowing for slow ripening. Marchigüe is slightly cooler because of its closer proximity to the ocean. Conditions are dry, with the region lying in the rain shadow of the Coastal Range, reducing the threat of fungal disease and resulting in consistently healthy harvests. Partially matured in French oak for 12 months the Montes Alpha Carménère is deep ruby red in colour with violet hues. On the nose, it has intense aromas of blackberries and plums with notes of mint, mocha and sweet spice. The French oak lends some toasty notes that complement the aromatic profile. It is a full-bodied wine with smooth, velvety tannins and a long, vibrant finish. 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