COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Carmenère
PRODUCER
De Martino
REGION
Central Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Low
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Santa Inés Organic Cabernet Malbec Carmenère is a red wine from De Martino, a family winery established in 1934. The blend features Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Carmenère, sourced from the Santa Inés vineyard in Isla de Maipo, Maipo Valley, Valle Central, Chile. The winery is committed to organic and sustainable farming practices. De Martino holds the distinction of being the first to export Carmenère from Chile in 1996. The 2022 vintage benefited from moderate temperatures and dry conditions, contributing to grape quality. The producer was recognized as 'Winery of the Year' by Descorchados in 2024.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
De Martino was the first winery to export Carmenère from Chile in 1996.
Fact 02
The winery is family-owned and has been for four generations.
Fact 03
This wine is certified organic and practices sustainable agriculture.
Fact 04
De Martino was named 'Winery of the Year' by Descorchados 2024.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Santa Inés Organic Cabernet Malbec Carmenère undergoes a winemaking process that begins with hand-harvesting on April 6th, 2022. The grapes are 100% destemmed and undergo a five-day cold soak. Fermentation takes place at 24-26°C with ambient yeasts, followed by a five-day maceration. For aging, 70% of the wine is matured in used French oak barrels, and 30% in large oak casks (foudres) for a period of 10 months. The wine is certified organic and produced using sustainable agricultural methods.
