Casillero del Diablo Carmenere
| Description: | Casillero del Diablo Carmenere comes from the renowned Rapel Valley, specifically from our vineyards in Peumo on the northern bank of the Cachapoal River. The soils in this zone are alluvial with a silty-clay texture, and the climate is Mediterranean with a long dry season. This area does not experience extremes of heat or cold due to the proximity to the Cachapoal River and Rapel Lake, which moderate the temperatures throughout the year. Variety. Carmenere. Origin. Rapel Valley. Color. Deep, dark red. Aroma. Delicate notes of plums accompanied by a pleasing touch of black pepper and other spices. Palate. A wine with good structure and density on the palate. Subtle, velvety tannins lead way to a delightfully elegant finish. Region Description. Although the Spaniards first established vineyards here in the mid 16th century, most of today's Chilean wine is made from French grape varieties, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Chardonnay. Chile's isolated position between the Pacific and the Andes means it is safe from pests and disease that plague European vineyards, and also assures mild temperatures and relatively dry air. Most of Chile's vineyards are in the Central Valley, and a fair number of them are owned by renowned French, Spanish, and American winemakers. Wines are named for their grape varieties, but they carry a regional or district indication as well. Reasonably priced, and increasingly sophisticated, they make excellent values. |
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| Price: | $ 9.99 |
| Price in original currency: | None |
Available from Haskell's
| Address: |
81 South 9th Street Minneapolis, MN 55402 United States |
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| Telephone (toll-free): | 800-486-2434 |
| Telephone (regular): | 612-342-2437 |
| Fax: | 612-342-2440 |
First added to 1000 Corks on April 15, 2022.
