“In this series I will be reviewing wines shared with friends”
From time to time I am the fortunate recipient of wines sent to me for review. It is especially nice to share these wines with friends. Not only does it make for lively conversation, and often diverse opinions, but it also makes for a very enjoyable occasion. So thanks to my wine loving friends who join me from time to time for a glass of wine.
“The road to a friend’s house is never long.” This is especially true when the purpose of the visit is to discover the secrets of a new wine.
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The wine I was sharing with friends is:
Baron Philippe de Rothschild Reserva Carmenere Escudo Rojo 2020
Escudo Rjo has its origins in the Majpo Valley, the historic birthplace of fine Chilean wines. Escudo Rojo gets its refinement from french grape varieties and its poser from the magnificent terroir. In a constant quest for perfection, their winegrowers select the bes vines to make and blend this exceptional wine.
A varietal wine, Escudo Rojo Reserve Carmenere comes from the best parcels of the Colchagua Valley. This rigorous selection produces a wine of great refinement.
Escudo Rojo Reserva Carmenere opens on blackberry, then reveals a fine tannic structure lifted by touches of black pepper and mocha notes.
Served between 15 and 17 celsius it is, an ideal accompaniment for meat and cheese.
Hard candy and ripe fruit scents on the nose. Followed by dark, rich berry aromas. Chalky minerality and damp stone with dense scents of stewed Italian plums.
Superbly rich ripe berries, red cherries and oakiness on the palate with gentle, tender tannins. A richly beautiful deep red invites. A wine lovers wine. The wine becomes more delightfully flavourful with each sip.
A long, balanced finish. This wine is a good value for the price.
$19.99 and available exclusively at BC Liquor Stores
ESCUDO ROJO
The worthy heir of Baron Philippe de Rothschild in Chile.
Escudo Rojo is the fruit of the encounter between Chilean terroirs and the know-how of Baron Philippe de Rothschild.
Since its creation in 1999, it has been the worthy heir of Baron Philippe de Rothschild in Chile, its name being the perfect illustration: Escudo Rojo is the Spanish translation of the German “Rote Schild” which means red coat of arms. By naming this wine after her, Baroness Philippine de Rothschild signs the Rothschild family’s anchorage in Chile.
Escudo Rojo Gran Reserva holds out the promise of the refined and elegant expression of French and native grape varieties rooted in the Chilean terroirs.
Wine notes and about Escudo Rojo courtesy of the winery website. My notes (in bold italics). Images: MyVanCity I received complimentary wine to facilitate this feature.
