Juan Cúneo Solari founded Casas del Bosque in 1993, at a time when the Chilean wine industry was pursuing quantity over quality.
Carménère originates from the Bordeaux region of France. However, Chile is currently the main producer of this grape variety worldwide.
The grapes come from alluvial loam soils with good drainage towards the Cachapoal river in Almahue, in the commune of Peumo, which has traditionally been recognized for the quality of its Carménère.
VARIETALS 100% Carménère
VINTAGE 2021
TECHNICAL DATA Alcohol 14%
Residual sugar 1.88 g/l
Total acidity 6.8 g/l
pH 3.75
APPEARANCE Intense ruby color.
NOSE The cool year reflects a lighter and a more perfumed aromatic profile that leans a bit less towards the ripe fruit.
Spicy notes fuse with aromas of plums and blackberries.
PALATE On palate the wine shows elegance, with a freshness derived from an uncommon acidity.The finish is broad and denotes an absence of astringent or bitter tannins.
AGEING Aged in French oak barrels (20% new and 80% used) for 10 months.
PAIRING A favorite to pair with traditional Chilean cuisine, which includes onions and peppers.It goes very well too with soy-based dishes, including pork, duck or greens.
READINESS FOR DRINKING Enjoy now or store it for up to 5 to 10 years.
DescoRcharDos 91 Points
VIVINO 4.0
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