Chile exploded onto the wine scene at the end of the 20th Century with well-priced brightly fruited attractive wines made from recognisable international grape varieties. And value is still the key even if the market has expanded a little into the premium sector.
Much early success was down to the popularity of Chilean Merlot. So it was somewhat awkward when ampelographers discovered that much of Chile’s Merlot was, in fact, a somewhat obscure old Bordelais grape variety called Carménère. Turning adversity into opportunity, the Chileans have embraced their Carménère and turned it into their own totemic grape variety.
- Free delivery for all orders over £150. Case price* discount on any 12 (mixed) bottles or more. -
[Hide]Chile exploded onto the wine scene at the end of the 20th Century with well-priced brightly fruited attractive wines made from recognisable international grape varieties. And value is still the key even if the market has expanded a little into the premium sector.
Much early success was down to the popularity of Chilean Merlot. So it was somewhat awkward when ampelographers discovered that much of Chile’s Merlot was, in fact, a somewhat obscure old Bordelais grape variety called Carménère. Turning adversity into opportunity, the Chileans have embraced their Carménère and turned it into their own totemic grape variety.
- Free delivery for all orders over £150. Case price* discount on any 12 (mixed) bottles or more. -
