2020 Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère
19,90 €
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Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère – The dark seducer from the Maipo Valley
The grapes for the Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère come from 15-year-old vines. They grow on soils in the foothills of the Maipo Valley of Los Andes Valley on a thick layer of sediment. The harvest is 100% manual. After the harvest, the grapes are selected by hand in the vineyard and then in the wine cellar. Before fermentation, the grapes were cold macerated for 5 days to extract colour and tannin. Alcoholic fermentation took place in small stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation then took place in French barriques. The wine then matured for 12 months in used barrique barrels (second passage). The aim was to preserve the seductive fruit and not overwhelm the wine with too much wood. The Single Vineyard Carménère was finally bottled in February 2022.
In Chile, the Carménère grape variety, which originates from Bordeaux in France, was confused with Merlot until the 1990s. This very late-ripening variety has virtually disappeared in France. In Chile, however, it experienced a meteoric rise.
The region’s climate is mild Mediterranean with an increase in rainfall the further south you go. However, the wine-growing conditions are very special in the longitudinal valleys along the Andes and the coastal mountain range, the “Cordillera de la Costa”. To take this into account, the designations “Andes”, “Between the Cordilleras” and “Coast” have been introduced here. The microclimate in these zones is very different. This applies not only to the amount of rainfall and humidity, but especially to the temperature fluctuations of up to 15 °C in summer.
Taste Unveiled: Exploring the Flavor Profile of the Single Vineyard Carménère from Besoain
The Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère enchants with a distinctive, sensual aroma of ripe plums, blackberries and rosehips, accompanied by the aroma of dark chocolate and sweet, spicy notes of liquorice, cinnamon and vanilla. Subtle exotic hints of peach and lychee. On the palate, this Chilean red wine is opulent and lusciously drinkable, with plenty of fruit and velvety tannins. Strawberries and raspberries make their presence felt. The acidity is delicate and supportive. An impressive, very elegant wine from Chile, deep and with a long finish.
2020 Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère
Perfect Pairings: Unveiling Culinary Companions for the Single Vineyard Carménère from Besoain Wines
Try the Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère with grilled meat, such as steaks, lamb chops or pork. The acidity of the wine can complement the smoky and savoury notes of grilled dishes. Carménère can complement the flavour of roast chicken or turkey, especially when served with herbs and root vegetables. Its fruity notes harmonise well with the natural sweetness of the poultry.
The rich and full-bodied character of this Chilean red wine is a great accompaniment to hearty beef stews and provides a nice contrast to the depth and savoury character of the dish. The fruitiness of Carménère can balance the spiciness of spicy dishes and makes it a good choice for dishes such as Mexican or Indian cuisine. It goes well with chilli, curry or spicy grilled dishes.
Due to its acidity, Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère is suitable for pasta dishes with tomato sauces, such as spaghetti with meatballs or lasagne. The Chilean red wine goes well with vegetarian dishes such as stuffed peppers, aubergine parmesan or vegetable curries. Its fruitiness complements the flavours of the various vegetables.
This red wine from Chile also harmonises well with a variety of cheeses, including semi-soft cheeses such as Gouda, mild Cheddar or Colby Jack and even some harder cheeses such as mature Gruyère.
Due to its Chilean origin, Carménère goes perfectly with Chilean empanadas, whether they are filled with meat, cheese or vegetables. A charcuterie platter with cold meats, pâtés, olives and gherkins is a classic combination with wines from this grape variety. The ripe fruit flavours of the wine complement the salty and savoury elements.
The fruitiness of this Chilean wine can harmonise with dark chocolate desserts such as chocolate cake, brownies or chocolate truffles.
The earthy and slightly smoky flavour of grilled portobello mushrooms harmonises equally well with the dark fruit notes of the Carménère. Due to its Chilean origin, the Single Vineyard Carménère goes particularly well with traditional Chilean dishes such as pastel de choclo (corn cake), cazuela (stew) or lomo a lo pobre (steak with fried eggs and onions).
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| Distributor | wine in motion GmbH, Kellerweg 4, 84494 Neumarkt-Sankt Veit, Deutschland |