1865

Earthy berry and eucalyptus aromas are minty and peppery as a whole. A round palate is full but soft, with mushy tannins. Peppery berry flavors are a bit green and accented by brown sugar sweetness, while a creamy finish tastes of carob, baked plum and herbs.

This carmenere is off 10-20 year old vines in Maule, and it spent one year in oak barriques, 90% French, and 20% new. It shows well the herbaceousness of the grape, as well as Maule's plush dark cocoa, and wild mint. This is backed by wild cassis, tobacco, charcoal, and framed with ample gritty tannins. Acidity is bright enough to carry, and welcomes partnering with charcoal grilled root veg and / or beef.