2021 Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère
19,90 €
1098 in stock
Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère – The dark seducer from the Cachapoal Valley
The grapes for the Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère come from the Las Pataguas vineyard in the Cachapoal Valley. The soils on hilly terrain near the Tinguiririca river are of volcanic origin, with alluvial deposits and large quantities of clay.
The harvest is 100% manual. After the harvest, the grapes are selected by hand, both in the vineyard and in the cellar. Before fermentation, the grapes were cold macerated for 5 days to extract color 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 2023.
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 almost disappeared in France. In Chile, however, it experienced a meteoric rise.
The Cachapoal Valley is one of the main valleys in the Central Zone. It is located 80 kilometers south of the capital Santiago de Chile and is surrounded by the Paines and Pelequéns mountains. Its climate is mild Mediterranean. Precipitation is around 400 mm per year. The annual temperature fluctuation is high, reaching temperatures above 30 °C in summer and below 10 °C in winter.
And this is what the Single Vineyard Carménère from Besoain Wines tastes like
The Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère seduces with an intense, sensual aroma of ripe raspberries, green tea and strawberry jam, accompanied by the aroma of dark chocolate and sweet, spicy notes of licorice, cinnamon and cedar wood. On the palate, this crimson Chilean red wine is opulent and animatingly juicy, with plenty of fruit and supple tannins. Strawberries and raspberries make their presence felt. The acidity is delicate and supportive. An impressive, very elegant wine from Chile, full of character and with a long finish.
2021 Besoain Single Vineyard Carménère
And that goes well with 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 spicy notes of grilled dishes. Carménère can complement the taste of roast chicken or turkey, especially when served with herbs and root vegetables. Its fruity notes harmonize 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 savory character of the dish. The fruitiness of Carménère can balance the spiciness of spicy dishes, making it a good choice for dishes such as Mexican or Indian cuisine. It goes well with chili, 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, eggplant parmesan or vegetable curries. Its fruitiness complements the flavors of the various vegetables.
This red wine from Chile also hamonizes well with a variety of cheeses, including semi-soft cheeses like Gouda, mild Cheddar or Colby Jack and even some harder cheeses like aged Gruyère.
Due to its Chilean origin, Carménère is an excellent accompaniment to Chilean empanadas, whether they are filled with meat, cheese or vegetables. A charcuterie platter with cold meats, pâtés, olives and pickles is a classic combination with wines from this grape variety. The ripe fruit flavors of the wine complement the salty and savory elements.
The fruitiness of this Chilean wine can harmonize with dark chocolate desserts such as chocolate cake, brownies or chocolate truffles.
The earthy and slightly smoky taste of grilled portobello mushrooms harmonizes equally well with the dark fruit notes of 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 |