Tasting note
Complex aromas of dark berry fruit, tobacco and black pepper, joined by a smoky minerality and cedar notes coming from the well integrated use of oak. Enjoyable while young, it has sufficient structure to develop greater complexity over the next 15-20 years.
Viticulture
De Martino, an Italian heritage estate, revolutionized Chilean wine, introducing the first Carmenere. Prioritizes early picking, spontaneous fermentation, and zero new oak. Voted "winery of the year" thrice, they're Carbon Neutral, offering diverse wines from Maipo and Limari terroirs. With 350 trials, De Martino is the pinnacle of Chilean winemaking.
Vinification
Grapes destemmed, lightly crushed. 4-day pre-fermentation maceration <10°C. Spontaneous fermentation with ambient yeasts (25-27°C). After 12 days, completed, 7 extra days of maceration. Malolactic fermentation in tank, then racked to 5,000L Austrian (Stockinger) foudres for aging.
Food Match
Superb with red meats such as lamb or beef, pasta dishes and some Indian meals that are not too hot and spicy. Also a perfect partner with cheese.