The Grass Carmenere Reserve

De Gras Carmenere Reserva, the flagship wine of the Montgras winery. We've had this wine in our range for years, perhaps better known as the Montgras Carmenere Reserva. Due to the new labeling, this wine has also been given a different name: De Gras Reserva. This name was conceived by brothers Hernán and Eduardo Gras. They founded Viña Montgras in 1993 after joining forces. Hernán already had extensive experience in viticulture and winemaking, and Eduardo is a born entrepreneur. It was bound to be a success. And a success it certainly has been. De Gras wines have won numerous awards and are beloved by wine lovers worldwide.

The old Carmenere vineyard for this De Gras Reserva

We are proud to still carry this wine in our range. The grapes for this red wine are grown in Chile's premier wine region, Colchagua Valley. The Carmenere grape, also used in this Chilean wine, is inextricably linked to Chile. Besides France, Chile is this grape's second home. This grape thrives in Chile, from deliciously soft table wines to powerful, award-winning gems. This De Gras Camenere Reserva is among those award-winning gems. The grapes bask in the glorious sunshine that shines through the vineyards during the day. At night, a fresh breeze from the Andes Mountains follows. This optimally cools the grapes during the night, allowing for a steady ripening process. Harvesting takes place early in the morning to minimize damage to the grapes. The grapes are transported in small crates to the press, where they are pressed. Aging takes place in French and American oak barrels for five months. Here the wine develops its silky finesse and rich flavours.

The aroma and taste of Carmenere wine

We're already eager to pour this red wine. We're immediately captivated by its phenomenal deep purple color. The nose reveals beautiful aromas of cedarwood and black fruit like blackberries and currants. In the back, we detect hints of vanilla, a touch of toast, and dried plums. The palate is full and rich, yet truly velvety smooth. The delicate nuances of ripe black fruit reappear wonderfully, interspersed with more powerful notes of coffee, mocha, and soft vanilla. The finish is long, sultry, and oh-so-soft!