Errazuriz Max Carmenere (75cl, 13.5%)

A 100% Carménère red wine from Chile's Aconcagua Valley, bottled at 13.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Viña Errazuriz was founded in 1870 by Don Maximiano Errazuriz in the Aconcagua Valley. The Max range draws fruit from estate vineyards near the winery in Panquehue, where diverse soils produce Carménère with pronounced aromatic concentration. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks before 12 months of ageing in French oak barrels, 25% of which are new. Roasted red pepper and tomato leaf lead the nose, followed by ripe blackcurrant, black cherry, thyme, olive and a subtle mineral quality. The palate is full-bodied with juicy tannins, spiced red plum, cherry, ground coffee and smoke, finishing medium-long and warmly spiced with a savoury olive undertone.