by Jeff Wilcox
24. August 2010 02:35
Ahh, Carmenere…the lost grape of Bordeaux. You may have heard the story of how 100 years ago or so, Chile was sold, by the French, Merlot vines; but in actuality the grapes were of the Carmenere variety and it wasn't discovered until DNA testing became a reality. Now, the Carmenere grape extinct in France lives on in Chile- and is thriving! The Misiones winery produces a quality Carmenere that has won awards in Chile and abroad. Additionally, like many of the wines from South America, the Vina Misiones de Rengo Carmenere 2008 is packed with value. The Carmenere is lighter than Merlot, but for the most part they are interchangeable when pairing with food. I find they offer a more complex flavor profile than Merlot, with a touch of pepper on the finish that you seldom get with Merlot, and this wine is no exception. Stop in and see if we have one open for you to try. (Hint) See you soon…
