ON-213520

Santa Carolina Dry Farming Carignan 2008, Cauquenes Valley

Carignan Carignan
Chile

$17.95 (213520)

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89 pts
7
May 14, 2011

Critic Reviews (2)

David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

From a new appellation in coastal hills in the more southern Maule region this is an old-vine carignan. It has lovely...

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John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

Sweet cassis and cassis leaf aromas currently dominate in a fairly one-dimensional expression, but I suspect this...

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Community Reviews (5)

Paul Forget
Paul Forget

This full body gem opens up with cherry, blueberry, plums, vanilla, violet and cedar. The palate is rich with loads of concentrated fruit flavour, currant, balance acidity and muscular tannins. This Carignan finish is long, smooth, juicy and peppery. This is worth multiple purchases as price vs quality tips well in your favour. Robust wine yet approchable

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Allan Miller
Allan Miller

Great balance and a velvety smooth finish. Thoroughly enjoyed it now and and it's sure to improve over the next couple of years.

Value ***

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Rob Porter
Rob Porter

Was very good.
Completely on expectation and what the pro's tell you.
Good value at $16.95

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John Iacono
John Iacono

Lovely wine

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