Winery - Carmen
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Ripe but still a touch herbal, with black cherry and cassis pushing along the rubbery bouquet. Blackberry and chocolate are the main flavors, while later on there is a bit of cough syrup and heft. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.
Tags:
Carmen Carmenère - 2004
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Chunky, with initial farm-like aromas of leather and green herbs. The chewy palate oozes with thick berry fruit that is a touch medicinal. Finishes large, but with that same green character that first appears on the nose.
Tags:
Carmen Merlot - 2002
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Funky at first, with minor vegetal aromas that blow off and are replaced by notes of berry and red licorice. In the mouth, plum and red raspberry carry you to a dry but clean finish. Shows more late than early, and comes on strong toward the finish.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Spicy and grassy, from nose to palate to finish. The feel is snappy and charged up, with jumpy acids and pie cherry flavors. Finishes tangy and saucy.
Tags:
Carmen Carmenère - 2003
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Get at this one right away and you’ll likely enjoy the grassy, passion fruit aromas as well as the fresh, juicy tropical flavors. Shows medium-strength zest and citrus on the back palate, but doesn’t scour. Tasty; a nice quaffer. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Nice, friendly aromas feature leafy notes and dry, herbal fruit. The palate is narrow and high in acidity, which pushes the fruit flavors toward raspberry and tart black cherry. Remains lean in scope across the finish, where edgy apple skin flavors take over. Good and honest, but hard and scratchy.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Spicy and jumpy smelling, with red fruit aromas. The palate is alert, upright and tangy, with both citrus and red raspberry flavors. Reasonably good in terms of mouthfeel, with a light, herbal finish. A bit lean but exceedingly fresh.
Tags:
Carmen Merlot - 2008
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Handsomely constructed, this well-balanced Chardonnay is evidence of Chile's moving up in quality...and price. Attractive apple and tropical fruit aromas and flavors are supported by present, not overwhelming oak. The mouthfeel is round, the acidity adequate and the finish nicely spicy. A solid Chilean competitor in this price range.
Tags:
Carmen Chardonnay - 1997
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Grande Vidure, 20% Petite Syrah and 10% Merlot, it is as if you can clearly account for each varietal's contribution. Ripe cassis, cherry, plum, and spice flavors are buttressed by well-integrated oak. Beautifully balanced, it has good acidity and mature tannins, and closes with a long, satisfying finish. Great wine for tonight's grilled T-bone, and worthy of mid-term cellaring .
Tags:
Carmen Red Blend - 1997
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This well-oaked offering has classic Cabernet aromas and flavors, with blackberry and cassis melding nicely with the heavy toast. The mouthfeel is full, even and plush, and the dark cherry and densely oaked finish is smooth and pleasing.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
