Elqui Valley, Chile – $13
One of our goals at Wine Riot is to introduce people to up-and-coming regions and grapes. Chilean Carmenere is a big one! Once thought to be Merlot, some DNA testing revealed that this grape is actually a forgotten Frenchie. This superstar-to-be is about to do for Chile what Malbec did for Argentina. Earthy, bright and bold, this incredibly affordable red wine is absolutely delicious.
The 2006 Falernia Carmenere Syrah Reserva comes from Chile’s northern most winery. Made from 60% Carmenere and 40% Syrah, this wine brings intoxicating aromas of tobacco and chocolate that lead to knock-your-socks-off bold red berry flavors. This is a whole lot of wine for your money!
If this bottle looks familiar, you may have caught our very own Tyler Balliet chatting about it on NECN. Get a chance to sip it for yourself at Wine Riot!
Drink liberally with hamburgers, beef stew or anything while dining with Ninjas.
