Santa Rita Pewën de Apalta Carménère 2023

Product Information:

• Awarded 97 points and named Best Carménère and Best Apalta by Descorchados 2025
• Winner of the prestigious Master Medal at the Global Carménère Masters 2025
• 100% Carménère from dry-farmed vines planted in 1938 in Apalta, Colchagua Valley
• Carefully matured for 18 months in French oak barrels
• Complex aromas of black cherry, blackberry, ripe plum, cedar and dark chocolate
• Full-bodied with velvety tannins, vibrant acidity and a long, elegant finish
• Excellent with grilled steak, roast venison, slow-cooked meats and mature cheeses

Santa Rita Pewën de Apalta Carménère 2023 is an outstanding expression of one of Chile's most celebrated wine regions. Produced from a small parcel of dry-farmed vines planted in 1938 on the hillsides of Apalta, this distinguished Carménère captures the depth and character of its remarkable origins. Matured for 18 months in French oak, the wine reveals rich aromas of blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum, beautifully complemented by cedar, tobacco, dark chocolate and delicate spice.

Powerful yet remarkably refined, the palate combines concentrated dark fruit with velvety tannins, lively acidity and a long, persistent finish. Awarded 97 points by Descorchados and 95 points by Tim Atkin MW, the 2023 vintage also received the prestigious Master Medal at the Global Carménère Masters. A fine example of how elegance and complexity can sit comfortably alongside generous flavour.

Best served at 16–18°C with grilled ribeye, roast venison, slow-cooked beef, mushroom risotto or mature cheeses. Decanting before serving is recommended.

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