About Carmenère Red Wine

About Carmenère Red Wine
Carmenère is a red wine produced from the eponymous variety in Chile. It was originally thought to be Merlot that was brought over from Bordeaux in the 19th century, but in the mid-1990s, research proved it was not Merlot, but indeed Carmenère, which had been thought of as extinct.

Top Picks for Carmenère

Spangler 2022 Crater View Carmenere
93 points
$39
Fun, dry, silky and juicy with a note of blueberry BBQ sauce and lightly smoked berries, think Merlot meets zesty Syrah.
La Playa 2023 Estate Carmenere
88 points
$9
Best Buy
Bold and juicy with a savory nose and loads of fruit, this wine practically orders the pepperoni pizza for you.
88 points $9 Best Buy
Spangler 2021 Crater View Carmenere
88 points
$39
A riper style of Carmenere that highlights dark fruit and the savory side of oak usage.
Axel 2022 Reserve Carmenere
86 points
$17
A spicy, savory red to pair with your favorite lamb dish.
Axel 2024  Carmenere
84 points
$17
Bold, dry, juicy red with silky tannins that balance smooth fruit flavors with a touch of savory.