Reviews & Ratings
2022 Carmen Carmenere "Delanz"
Winery: Carmen
Vintage: 2022
Wine Name/Vineyard: "Delanz"
Wine Category: Carmenere
Grape blend: 85% Carmenere, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc.& 4% Syrah
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Apalta Valley
State or country: Chile
Price: $30
Cases produced: 1,300
KWG Score: 90.7 (based on 4 reviews)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)
Review date: April 4, 2026
Wine Review: This deep midnight purple colored Carménère from Vina Carmen in Chile opens with a black olive and blueberry bouquet with hints of tar and old leather. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is bright and zesty while also being round and mouthwatering. The flavor profile is a blackberry and black pepper blend with notes of black licorice and black olive. I also detected hints of black plum, fig, tobacco, and oolong tea. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and moderate earthy tannins linger and last for a while. I would pair this rustic styled Carménère with slow cooked beef brisket or burnt ends. Enjoy - Ken
Winemaker Notes: Delanz Apalta is an elegant and fresh wine, with vibrant tannins that seek to highlight its fruitiness and freshness without leaving aside the spicy character of the Carmenere. This wine achieves a perfect balance between delicacy and juiciness, while its tannins provide texture that enhances the complexity of this blend.
