Carmenère
Carménère — historic Bordeaux variety now Chile's signature red grape. Produces wines with dark cherry, green pepper, and spice character.
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Selknam Collection Premium Reserve Carmenere
Patagonia Vineyards · 4.90★
Ampio
Le Mortelle · 4.74★
Grand Cru Blend
Finca Ambrosia · 4.72★
Mystae
Destiny Bay Vineyards · 4.68★
Clos Apalta
Clos Apalta · 4.67★
Sofita
Nosotros · 4.67★
Tatay de Cristobal Carmenère
Von Siebenthal · 4.67★
Altura
Casa Silva · 4.66★
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About Carmenère
Carménère is a historic Bordeaux variety now synonymous with Chile, where it was mistakenly cultivated as Merlot for decades. It produces medium to full-bodied wines with distinctive green bell pepper, dark plum, and spice flavors.
At a Glance
- Color
- Red
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