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Mayu Gran Reserva Carmenère 2013 Wine Review

Mayu Gran Reserva Carmenère 2013

Mayu Gran Reserva Carmenère 2013

Elqui Valley, Coquimbo, Chile

Community Score:91/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $19.95

Drink: 2013-2017

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 15%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Mayu

Agent: Signature Wines & Spirits

Natalie's Score: 91/100

Big smoky, mocha aromas with generous layers of luscious black fruit on the palate. Terrific price for such quality. Carmenère is the flagship grape of Chile, and it shows in this glass. There's a lovely weave of dried tobacco and espresso on the finish. Decant 1-2 hours and enjoy with a hearty meat dish. Pair with meat lovers' pizza.

Carmenère food pairings: hearty meat dishes.

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This Mayu Gran Reserva Carmenère 2013 was reviewed on April 18, 2015 by Natalie MacLean

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Sweet blackberry jam on the nose and palate of this Chilean Carmenere. The Elqui Valley has bright, warm days and cool night, which are great ripening yet preserving freshness. The Incas named the Mayu which refers to the river of stars in the Milky Way. Giorgio is the winemaker. - Community Wine Reviews

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