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Chile and The Lost Grape of Bordeaux
Carménère arrived in Chile more than 100 years ago. It was thought to be Merlot, but in 2006 DNA analysis proved it was indeed a unique variety.
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Lapostolle Wines
2019 Grand Selection Carmenere
Valle de Rapel | Chile
Medium structure with very nice red fruit expression, juicy tannins and good balance.
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