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The Chilean viticultural industry is often associated in export markets with consistent, good-value wines, but some world-class reds are also made, commanding high prices. For red wines the initial export mainstays have been Bordeaux varieties of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Like many New World countries Chile has a
The Chilean viticultural industry is often associated in export markets with consistent, good-value wines, but some world-class reds are also made, commanding high prices. For red wines the initial export mainstays have been Bordeaux varieties of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Like many New World countries Chile has adopted a signature grape variety; here it is Carmenère, once widely grown in Bordeaux. It was thought to be extinct following the European phylloxera outbreaks of the 19th Century, but was rediscovered in Chile in the 1990s.
Much of it was mixed up in vineyards with Merlot plants; the Carmenère vines were often assumed to be poorer performing mutations of the former. Once they were identified, and the fruit was allowed a week or two extra on the vine to f ully ripen, blends featuring Carmenère and single variety bottlings began to gain traction. (NB this grape variety is usually spelt Carménère - with two accents - outside Chile.) Pinot Noir from the cooler parts of Chile is beginning to make an impression, and Syrah is increasing in popularity in many regions offering a wide variety of styles.
The supporting cast of red wine grape varieties in Chile includes additional bit-part players from Bordeaux; Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Emphasis on the latter has increased in the light of Argentina's success with the variety, though plantings in Chile date back to the 19th Century. Cinsaut and Carignan join Syrah in the Southern French contingent.
THE WINES FROM CHILE RED GRAPE VARIETIES
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Cabernet Sauvignon: Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon is considered to be some of the best in the world. The wine is rich and full-bodied with flavors of blackcurrant, blackberry, and chocolate.
Cultivated area 37 %
CARMENERE
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Carmenere: This grape variety is originally from Bordeaux, but it is now mostly grown in Chile. The wine is known for its deep red color, spicy notes, and flavors of dark fruit.
Cultivated area 8,8 %
MERLOT
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
MERLOT
Merlot: Merlot is a popular red wine variety in Chile. The wine is medium-bodied with flavors of red fruit, chocolate, and vanilla.
Cultivated area 12,1 %
SYRAH
PINOT NOIR
MERLOT
Syrah: Syrah, also known as Shiraz, is grown in several wine regions in Chile. The wine is full-bodied with flavors of blackberry, black pepper, and spice
Cultivated area 6,9 %
PINOT NOIR
PINOT NOIR
PINOT NOIR
Pinot Noir: Pinot Noir is a lighter-bodied red wine variety that is grown in cooler wine regions of Chile. The wine has flavors of red fruit, earth, and spice
Cultivated area 1,8 %
PAIS
PINOT NOIR
PINOT NOIR
The País strain is a rustic strain that grows in adverse climates, which is why it is characterized as a resistant variety. It has developed in the south-central zone of Chile.
Cultivated area
PETIT VERDOT
CABERNET FRANC
PETIT VERDOT
Petite Verdot is a late-ripening grape that is traditionally used in Bordeaux blends to add color, tannin, and acidity to the wine. In Chile, it is often used as a blending grape, but there are some winemakers who are making varietal wines from Petite Verdot.
Cultivated area 0.8%
TEMPRANILLO
CABERNET FRANC
PETIT VERDOT
Petite Verdot is a late-ripening grape that is traditionally used in Bordeaux blends to add color, tannin, and acidity to the wine. In Chile, it is often used as a blending grape, but there are some winemakers who are making varietal wines from Petite Verdot.
Cultivated area 0.8%
CABERNET FRANC
CABERNET FRANC
CABERNET FRANC
Petite Verdot is a late-ripening grape that is traditionally used in Bordeaux blends to add color, tannin, and acidity to the wine. In Chile, it is often used as a blending grape, but there are some winemakers who are making varietal wines from Petite Verdot.
Cultivated area 0.8%
