De Gras, 2010 Carménère Reserva.

Viña MontGras, in Chile’s Colchagua Valley, was established in 1992 by brothers Hernán and Eduardo Gras, together with their partner Cristián Hartwig. The fruit of a mission to produce estate-grown wines of exceptional quality and originality, the MontGras estate today encompasses over 200 hectares planted to vine in the heart of Chile’s wine-producing region. Since the first harvest in the early 1990s, MontGras wines have earned over 200 medals and awards worldwide, garnering international critical acclaim. Santiago Margozzini serves as head winemaker.

Production Area: Chile’s Colchagua Valley, located between the Coastal Range and the Andes.

Grape Varieties: 100% Carmenère.

Vinification: Grapes are hand-harvested in mid-April. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. After the maceration period, 60% of the wine is aged for seven months in French and American (40/60) oak barrels.

Colour: Deep violet red.

Bouquet: Powerful aromas of spices, wild herbs and vanilla.

Taste: Well-rounded, with subtle fruit flavors and soft tannins leading to a velvety finish.