This Carmenere tastes riper than many renditions of the Chilean varietal, with no noticeable green or herbal edge to it. That would be a problem, considering that a leafy note seems to be a Carmenere signature, save for the fact that the wine proves impressive in every other respect. It offers satisfying black fruit flavor with a dark chocolate-tinged finish, and very exciting depth. Some 40% of the blend was aged in oak, and while you can taste hits of spice and vanilla, the wood plays a very minor role. Designed for early drinking, it is an extremely satisfying wine, especially considering its low price tag.
