Alta Tierra Carmenère Gran Reserva 2013
Elqui Valley - DO NOT USE
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Left on the vine for several weeks longer than normal and then allowed to partially dry prior to crushing and fermentation, the Carmenère grapes for this wine delivered massive 15% power. But it’s so smooth and well balanced, you’ll barely notice.
£13.99 per bottle
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The Wine
Elqui Valley is an extraordinary region in the north of Chile next to the inhospitable Atacama Desert. Thanks to snowmelt from the Andes and the wonders of irrigation, green and flourishing vineyards stand out in contrast to their surroundings. Alta Tierra is from Viña Falernia, owned by cousins Aldo Olivier Gramola and Giorgio Flessati. They have 135 hectares of beautifully trellised vineyards and a modern cellar packed with all the latest equipment. This Reserva Carmenère displays classic varietal characteristics of vibrant bramble and cherry fruit with sweet, earthy complexity, framed with notes of spice from ageing in French oak casks. Delicious on its own, it’s especially tasty with grilled red meats, rich pasta and mature cheeses.
"Just stunning, ticked all the boxes for me"
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