Country: Chile / Colchagua Valley
Variety: Carmenère
Winery: François Lurton / Hacienda Araucano Reserva
Dry and spicy up front, with aromas of herbed raspberry and sandalwood. The palate is juicy and structured, with toasty, spicy plum and berry flavors and good zest. Finishes toasty, with a bit of chocolaty richness. Fresh, ripe and well oaked.