Don't think I've had a south African wine, not bad at all! Was great with seafood... — 3 years ago
Carmen Gran Reserva Carménère 2022
100% Carménère – El Peñasco Vineyard, Apalta, Chile 🇨🇱
This is Carménère at its finest, rich, expressive, and undeniably a Chilean flagship grape.
In the glass: Deep, dark purple with serious intensity. On the nose: Ripe blackberries, plums, sweet spices and tobacco leaves. Hints of anise and paprika adds depth and intrigue.
On the palate: A lush wave of dark cherries 🍒, smooth sweet tannins, and a soft texture that lingers. Beautifully concentrated, yet still fresh and vibrant
Mouthfeel overall: full-bodied, smooth, and balanced. Silky tannins and excellent structure make for a long, elegant finish. This is a stellar example of Chilean Carménère, spicy, earthy, and fruit-forward with finesse. Amazing quality for the price.
Pair it with: grilled meats 🥩, smoky veggies 🍆, or just sip and savor on its own under the stars.
¡Salud! 🥂
— 3 months ago
Very good wine - would def drink again — 2 years ago
2019 vintage very good — 4 years ago
Partner really liked this wine — 5 months ago
The taste and price 🩷 — 5 months ago
This is Cabernet Sauvignon not a Sirah — 4 years ago
Bon rouge, corsé et fruité, bien rempli, belle robe. 2018 bu en 2021 mais qui aurait dû être bu avant 2019 ? V — 5 years ago
Freddy R. Troya
Carmen – Sauvignon Blanc Gran Reserva 2025
Casablanca Valley – Chile 🇨🇱
Overview
A refreshing and youthful 100% Sauvignon Blanc from one of Chile’s premier cool-climate regions. Casablanca Valley is known for its coastal influence and ocean breezes that give whites their piercing freshness.
Aromas & Flavors
Classic grassy notes, an abundance of passion fruit, and a sharp lemon peel zest that lingers persistently. Bright and aromatic with a clean edge.
Mouthfeel
Crisp, zesty, and linear in structure. The acidity is razor-sharp, carrying the citrus and tropical fruit flavors through a refreshing finish.
Food Pairings
Perfect alongside ceviche, sushi, goat cheese salads, or even grilled asparagus.
Verdict
A vibrant Sauvignon Blanc that screams coastal freshness—youthful, sharp, and highly refreshing.
Did You Know?
Casablanca Valley is one of Chile’s first coastal appellations to gain worldwide recognition, pioneering cool-climate winemaking in the country in the 1980s. — 7 days ago