This Carmenere kicks off with an unusual toasty note on the nose — not what you’d expect from a young one. But after some air, it opens up to reveal lovely forest berries and a surprising hint of grilled artichoke. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied with polished tannins that are dry but balanced, plus lively acidity that keeps it fresh.

James Suckling | JS 92
Published: Apr 5, 2019

At first, this is unusually toasty on the nose for a fresh young carmenere. But with aeration, the forest berries emerge nicely, followed by a hint of grilled artichoke. On the medium-full palate it has a very satisfying balance of rather polished, moderately dry tannins and lively acidity. Drink or hold.

Vivino | Vivino 3.9

Dark red in color with purple reflections. The nose is intense and complex, with spices, ripe red fruits such as cherries, raspberries and plums mixed with aromas of blackberries, mushrooms, and anis, followed by tobacco and vanilla. The concentration in the mouth is the highlight, both juicy and powerful. The finish is long, with soft, velvety tannins.

Odfjellvineyards.cl

This wine really speaks of Odfjell’s closeness to the Maule Valley, its people and its traditions. A premium Carmenère, produced with high-quality grapes from Cauquenes, harvested much earlier than most others. The wine was aged in stainless steel tanks and cement spheres, without any use of oak, to achieve more broadness and fruit expression on the palate. A radical Carmenère, an ode to red fruits and herbs, that reflects the winery’s affinity with Maule.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: Approximately 13.5% ABV; 
Closure: Screw cap or natural cork; closure may vary by market
Harvest: 2018
Oak: Matured primarily in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit freshness; exact oak usage for this vintage not confirmed
Varietals: 100% Carmenère
Farming: Organic and biodynamic viticulture; Odfjell Vineyards is known for its certified organic and biodynamic farming practices
Vineyard Area: Central Valley, Chile; grapes sourced from selected vineyards in the Maipo Valley
Vinification: Grapes are carefully harvested and fermented under controlled conditions to preserve varietal character, dark fruit flavours and spice, followed by maturation before bottling
Winemaker: Odfjell Vineyards winemaking team
Region: Central Valley, Chile

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: Allow to breathe for approximately 20–30 minutes before serving
Food Pairing: Grilled beef, roast lamb, barbecued pork, empanadas, roasted vegetables, and semi-hard cheeses