Red Grape
Carménère
car-men-YAIR/kɑːrməˈnjɛər/
Chile's adopted grape, Carménère was thought extinct until rediscovered in Chilean vineyards in 1994. It produces smooth, herbal wines with distinctive green pepper notes.
Serving Temp
16-18°C (60-65°F)
Aging Potential
3-10 years
Glass Type
Standard red wine glass
Color
Deep ruby to garnet
Flavor Profile
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Signature Aromas
Bell Pepper
Red Fruits
Coffee
Smoke
Spice
Origin
Bordeaux
France
History & Origins
Once a major Bordeaux variety, phylloxera nearly wiped it out. Cuttings sent to Chile survived, where it was confused with Merlot until DNA testing revealed its true identity.
Famous Wines
Concha y Toro Carmin de Peumo
Concha y Toro
Peumo
Did You Know?
- •Lost Bordeaux grape rediscovered in Chile
- •Long confused with Merlot
- •Chile's signature variety
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