Carmenere, by Bastion de Camerac
This 100% Carménère from Bordeaux is a bit of a game-changer.
Whilst this is a grape whose roots lie in France, it’s become synonymous with Chile, where its typically used in blends. But we’ve found this stunning single varietal from its homeland. Something pretty different. And the taste is immense.
Carmenere is a bit like a cross between two of the Bordeaux classics. Soft and silky like a Merlot, with intense dark fruits of a Cab Sav. When done right, it can stand on its own, and this one absolutely does. Bastion de Camerac let the grapes shine in their native soil, and the result is a wine packed with intense black fruits, liquorice and spice, with a little leather developing in the bottle. It’s a seriously delicious wine.
Why we chose it?
As well as offering a different take on Bordeaux, we think this is an unbelievable value wine.
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Carmenere
If you're looking for a top value for money Bordeaux, something that's a bit different, then this is for you. No oak, but the intensity and complexity is really good, with additional bottle aging giving some leathery notes. Possible to keep for a couple more years, but ready to go now.
Bastion de Camerac
A third generation family run business with a 'less is more' ethos at the heart of their winemaking. The land is the priority here, and the family is committed to the preservation of biodiversity and sustainable practices.