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Primus Carmenère 2016 Wine Review

Primus Carmenère 2016

Primus Carmenère 2016

Apalta, Colchagua Valley, Chile

Community Score:92/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $19.95

Drink: 2018-2022

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Primus

Agent: Rogers & Company

Natalie's Score: 91/100

Primus 2016 is a great value Caménère produced by Alto de Casablanca in Apalta, Colchagua Valley. On the palate, this medium-full bodied red is black currant, vanilla, plum pudding, chocolate, eucalyptus, sage and rosemary with spicy pepper finish. Tannins are medium and acidity is refreshing with a long finish. The Caménère vines for this wine are planted with a southern exposure along the Tinguiririca River's old terraces. The winery practices sustainable agriculture.

Carmenère food pairings: wine-braised beef, turkey with gravy, chorizo tacos, bean fajitas.

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This Primus Carmenère 2016 was reviewed on September 1, 2018 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 269340
  • $19.80 
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Reviews and Ratings

L.J. Palmer WSET 3 rated this wine as 92/100 with the following review:

Deep purple goodness, dry, balanced, smooth and full bodied, ripe and juicy wine. Very fruit forward aromas of juicy red fruit including plum and sweet cherry with violet and vanilla. Sweet, ripe and juicy taste of red fruit including red plum and sweet cherry, with vanilla and a touch of violet. Medium finish of ripe cherry. Paired well with barbecued sausage.
Primus 2016 is a great value Caménère produced by Alto de Casablanca in Apalta, Colchagua Valley. On the palate, this medium-full bodied red is black currant, vanilla, plum pudding, chocolate, eucalyptus, sage and rosemary with spicy pepper finish. Tannins are medium and acidity is refreshing with a long finish. This robust Chilean red wine is made from Caménère vines planted with a southern exposure along the Tinguiririca River's old terraces. The winery practices sustainable agriculture. Pair with smoked meats, game and strong cheeses. Drink now and for the next three years. - Community Wine Reviews

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