Sunday, February 15, 2015

Tasting- San Elias Carmenere

Week 4


Name: San Elias Carmenere
Variety: 100% Carmenere
Region: Valle Central
Country: Chile
Year: 2014
Price: $9, sale $5.95
Food? No

Description from the Vintage Cellar: "This medium-bodied red offers roasted plum, kirsch, sage and game notes, with light tannins supporting the spicy finish."

My Review: I detected spicy, peppery notes on the nose. The taste was right in line with the scent, with noticeable tannins and a spiced, peppery flavor. I also detected notes of oak and sour cream- I described it as drinking an enchilada. I thought the wine was very drying. I didn't buy any, and I really regret it. I may go back this week and pick up a bottle or two and try it on Mexican food night!

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