Cromas Gran Reserva Carmenère

Cromas Gran Reserva Carmenère

  • Colchagua Valley, 
  • chile
Background

Los Vascos wines blend Lafite tradition with the unique terroir of Chile to create elegant wines that bring exceptional to the everyday. The vision of Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite to expand their estate took them to South America in 1988, becoming the first French viticultural investment in modern Chile, oriented towards the production of fine wine using and adapting the viticultural experiences of Bordeaux. “Cromas” is derived from the Greek word for color. The Cromas Gran Reserva range celebrates the many colors found in nature by the distinctive color on its packaging, reflecting the colors of grapes and the colors of the terroir. When exploring elevations at the foothills of the mountains, a specific kind of ochre granite was discovered, ideally suited to plant new vineyards which produce wines of incomparable precision and elegance.

TERROIR & VINTAGE NOTES

An early harvest driven primarily by the weather, among other factors, was the signature of a season that started with a warm winter, had little precipitation, and saw only a few days with below zero temperatures. Spring had two frost episodes that burned some of the bunches and buds and led to natural thinning of the fruit, which in turn allowed for greater concentration and enhanced the quality of the berries. Despite these two days of frost, temperatures continued to rise in spring and especially in summer, some days reaching and even exceeding 98°F in the shade. Harvest took place some 20 days before the usual date; Grapes were harvested towards the end of March.

Winemaking & Aging

This Carmenère is made with the same care as our Bordeaux Grand Crus. Grapes are carefully picked by hand when reaching phenolic ripenes. After thorough sorting and desteming, grapes are placed in stainless steel tanks for fermentation. After malolactic fermentation, 50% of the wine is transfered into French oak barrels for a period of 12 months.

Tasting Notes

Deep color with a touch of ruby. On the nose, the wine is balanced and complex with several levels of aromas; black fruits such as blackberries or ripe plums, toasted notes of nutmeg, graphite and the classic roasted red pepper typical of the variety. A Carmenère with great complexity on the nose, a young but balanced palate and a pleasant finish.

Appellation

Colchagua Valley

grape varieties

100% Carmenère

Sizes

750ml, 750 ml

technical details
  • ABV: 14.5%
  • TA: 3.29 g/l
  • Ph: 3.67
  • Closure: Cork
winemaker

Philippe Rolet

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