Root:1
Carmenere
Root:1
Carmenere
Marked by the massive earthquake early in the year, the 2010 vintage was a very memorable one. The weather was cooler than normal in Chile, a wet winter and a cool spring, delayed bud-break and veraison. The weather resulted in a longer growing season and in late maturation wines like Carmenere, a bright, fresh profile. The rains held off until the end of the vintage, the grapes were allowed to ripen to full maturity and harvested at the peak of flavor with good color, optimal tannins and balanced acidity.
Tasting Notes
Intense violet in color with rich, ripe aromas of red fruit and vanilla, combined with soft spice notes. A full-bodied and juicy profile with blackberry, cherry and a hint of smoke followed by supple tannins and a strong finish.
Food Pairing
Root: 1 Carmenere has a juicy profile with a hint of spice that pairs well with flavorful foods like spicy chili, pulled pork, Indian food, or braised short ribs. Try it with osso buco or stuffed bell peppers and soft rind cheeses like Brie and Camembert.
Marked by the massive earthquake early in the year, the 2010 vintage was a very memorable one. The weather was cooler than normal in Chile, a wet winter and a cool spring, delayed bud-break and veraison. The weather resulted in a longer growing season and in late maturation wines like Carmenere, a bright, fresh profile. The rains held off until the end of the vintage, the grapes were allowed to ripen to full maturity and harvested at the peak of flavor with good color, optimal tannins and balanced acidity.
Tasting Notes
Intense violet in color with rich, ripe aromas of red fruit and vanilla, combined with soft spice notes. A full-bodied and juicy profile with blackberry, cherry and a hint of smoke followed by supple tannins and a strong finish.
Food Pairing
Root: 1 Carmenere has a juicy profile with a hint of spice that pairs well with flavorful foods like spicy chili, pulled pork, Indian food, or braised short ribs. Try it with osso buco or stuffed bell peppers and soft rind cheeses like Brie and Camembert.
