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This is a crowd pleaser and such super value you may want to grab a few of this rich, ripe Carmenere from Chile. The El Pacto Los Lingues makes a great host/hostess gift that would be welcome at any time. Think about all the wonderful holiday appies you could pair with this wine. It’s a winner in it’s price range.
Santa Carolina El Pacto Los Lingues Carmenere
Aromatics
- Fruit: Ripe plums, cherries, dark berries (blueberry, blackberry).
- Spices & Herbs: Tobacco leaf, sweet spices, paprika, pepper, mint, wild herbs, cedar.
- Other: Chocolate, earthy notes, sometimes a whiff of volcanic rock or eucalyptus
Palate & Structure
- Body: Full-bodied, generous, juicy, fleshy.
- Texture: Smooth, velvety, silky, with fine-grained or firm tannins.
- Flavors: Mirrors the nose, with intense fruit, spice, and green herbal nuances, plus notes of cocoa powder and tapenade.
- Finish: Long, flavorful, spicy, with lingering fruit and herbal notes.
Key Characteristics
- Style: A classic expression of Carménère with both ripe fruit and characteristic green/spicy notes.
- Value: Often highlighted as a great value for its quality.
- Pairings: Excellent with grilled meats, bison burgers, sausages, or BBQ.
$19.99 currently on sale for $14.99 until December 27th available at 94 BC Liquor Stores.
I received complimentary wine to facilitate this feature. All images: MyVanCity and include Josephinen Hutte fine stemware.