COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Carmenère, Merlot, Syrah
PRODUCER
Viña Santa Helena
REGION
Central Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Santa Helena Varietal Carmenère is a red wine from Viña Santa Helena, produced in Chile's Central Valley. The winery, founded in 1942, has a long history of winemaking, named after the founder's daughter, Helena. Their approach prioritizes vineyard quality through practices like restrained pruning and hand harvesting. Viña Santa Helena is a significant exporter, part of the VSPT Wine Group, and is known for wines that offer good value. This particular Carmenère is distinguished by its velvety style and fine tannins, presenting a complex and fruity character.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€6
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Carmenère is considered Chile's 'icon' grape.
Fact 02
Viña Santa Helena is one of Chile's top ten wine exporters.
Fact 03
The winery is part of the VSPT Wine Group.
Fact 04
Wines are named after the founder's daughter, Helena.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Santa Helena Varietal Carmenère is produced using grapes from the Central Valley. The winemaking process begins with selective hand harvesting, followed by gentle de-stemming. Fermentation is carried out under controlled temperatures to maintain freshness and fruit characteristics. A portion of the wine is aged in new oak barrels to enhance complexity. Sustainable practices are noted in the vineyard operations.
