Carta Vieja Carmenere Reserva

0.75L | 14.0%

7 , 9 5

Carmenere

Old Card

Aantal

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Carta Vieja Carmenere Reserva

Taste & Aging

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidity

Complexity

Beautifully layered

Drinking Window

Aging phase Until 2021

Ready to drink 2021 - 2026

Past peak After 2026

Aromas

Cherry Black plum Black fruit Smoky notes Spicy notes Black pepper Bitter chocolate

Food Pairing

Spareribs Barbecue meat

Vintage Report

The 2020 vintage in Chile has received an excellent rating of 94 points. The wines are of high quality, but may still be a bit youthful and tannic at the moment.

This Chilean Carmenere boasts wonderfully soft, rounded notes thanks to its long aging in French oak. The grapes, grown on one of the family's oldest estates, enjoy the perfect microclimate. The Valle del Loncomilla lies on the eastern bank of the Loncomilla River, where the grapes can develop unique aromas. The Carmenere grapes are grown at varying altitudes on loam and clay soils.

Wonderful wine region of Carta Vieja

Production is entirely in the hands of the Carta Vieja family. Founded in 1825, the winery only began marketing its own wines in 1985. Before that, they supplied grapes to other leading Chilean wineries. Today, the seventh generation is at the helm. With vineyards in the renowned Valle Central, the family owns one of South America's most productive and remarkable wine regions. The climate is varied, thanks to numerous microclimates, allowing a wide variety of grape varieties to thrive. The grapes are carefully harvested in early May. Selection takes place not only in the vineyards but also under strict control in the winery. A five-day cold maceration follows, followed by fermentation at a controlled temperature. The vinification process is closely monitored, with regular tastings to ensure high quality. Finally, the wine is aged for an impressive eight months in French oak barrels.

What does Carta Vieja Carmenere Reserva taste like?

The Carmenere Reserva presents itself with a deep red color and violet hues. We immediately enjoy the intense aromas that emerge of cherries, black plums, and smoky and spicy notes. The flavor is strongly characterized by black fruit, complemented by black pepper and bitter chocolate. A soft wine with delicate and ripe tannins. It pairs exceptionally well with spareribs.

Product details

Alcohol content	14.0%
Vintage	2020
Size	0.75L
Region	Maule Valley
Land	Chile
Producer	Old Card
Varietal(s)	Carmenere
Oak aging	Yes, eight months in French oak barrels
Ideal serving temperature ?	16° - 18°C