Carmenere La Playa 2019

Country
Chile
Region
Colchagua Valley
Producer
Vina La Playa
Grape(s)
Carmenère (100%)
Type
Red
Style
Spicy
Oaked Style
Lightly oaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
13%
Closure Style
Screw cap
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Region

The Colchagua Valley is a three hour drive south of Santiago and home to many of Chile`s finest wineries. The region extends from the Andes to the Pacific Coast which allows a variety of wines to be produced. The Andes mountains which dominate the country tower over the and are the water source used to irrigate the vines. The region is renowned for many of the finest Merlots, Cabernets and Carmenère but also in cooler sites Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

Producer

The Viña La Playa estate occupies some of Colchagua Valley`s most desirable acreage benefitting from its own unique micro-climate due to the Tinguirrica and Limarí rivers which run through the vineyards. Comprising 600 acres and a $10 million state of the art winery, this excellent producer is owned by the Sutil family who make superb modern fruit-driven wines from grapes sourced entirely from the estate. By entering 1% For the Planet, La Playa Wines committed to donate every year 1% of its net sales to non-profit NGOs that conserve, restore and study the Environment.
Tasting Notes
Deep ruby in colour this is Chile`s signature red grape varietal. Deliciously intense with hints of blackcurrants, chocolate, coffee and spicy pepper aromas. Medium bodied on the palate with velvety smooth fresh berry fruit flavours. The wine is lightly oaked to give body, toasted notes and sweet spices such as cinnamon and vanilla on the finish.
Food
Perfect with spicy foods, such as Thai, Indian and some Japanese cuisine.