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| Santiago - Chile |
While growing up in Argentina, I heard many stories about Carménère, a red Chilean wine produced since 1886. This varietal was originally planted in the Medoc Region of Bordeaux, France, and is considered to be a part of the Cabernet family of grapes. The French word means crimson (“carmin”), and since the first time I tried it, I have been in love with this bold, red South American wine.
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| Valparaiso - Chile |
Many people have been confused by this grape, including international wine makers, as it shares many similarities with Merlot. Carménère is usually grown in Chile, but you can also find it Veneto, Italy and parts of California and Walla-Walla, Washington. It offers an aroma of spices and berries, and has less tannin than Cabernet Sauvignon, and is considered a medium body red wine with a fruity flavor, smoky and earthy notes. If it is your first time trying it you will also find dark chocolate, tobacco and leather flavors as well.
You can pair this South American varietal with steak, lamb chops, veal, goose liver pates, pastas, and lentil soup. So next time you cook a comfort food at home, think of trying a Carménère from Concha y Toro or Santa Rita Wineries.
I am sure you will fall in love with it too.
TIP OF THE WEEK
Check out the amazing wine shop of Perrine Prieur, “Perrines” (www.perrineswine.com), they have weekly wine tastings and they offer excellent wines from all over the world. She is not only the owner but a Sommelier, and it’s the perfect spot to check out before going out for dinner with your girlfriends. The shop is so pretty and chic!
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