After being rediscovered in 1994, the Carmenere winemaking process needed to be redesigned to express the distinct character of this decades-long misunderstood grape. Alvaro Espinoza was lucky to be involved in this new winemaking process during his previous position at Carmen Vineyards. Now, after more than 25 years, we have achieved mastery of this humble variety through our Pura Fe! It is a wine with great expression, but at the same time, fresh, elegant, and easy to enjoy.
Pura Fe Carmenere has a deep, dark color and has a fruit salad aroma with blackcurrant, blackberry, blueberry, a touch of violet, licorice, cocoa and sweet spices. When you take a sip, it’s rich and smooth, with a hint of freshness that keeps things from getting too heavy. The finish is long and mocha-like, lingering on the taste buds. This is a wine you can absolutely savor now or save for later. If you want the full tasting experience, let it breathe for an hour or so and pair it with a big plate of braised red meat or a succulent steak.
