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Admiral Thomas Carmenère 2018

Valle Central

Thomas Cochrane was a naval genius who became a hero by helping to secure Chile’s independence from Spain. Paying tribute, this wine from four-time Chilean ‘Winery of the Year’ LFE is pure Carmenère – a luscious red with velvet spice-tinged fruit.

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Tasting notes

Very smooth, mouthfilling. Red berry fruit and silky tannins

Aroma

Lavish dark berry fruits and sweeter spices

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Admiral Thomas Carmenère 2018

More information

  • 13.0% ABV
  • 9.75 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2022

Chile’s Central Valley is famed for ripe Bordeaux style reds. This velvety Carmenère (a grape once common in Bordeaux) hails from the renowned Luis Felipe Edwards estate, a top family winery that leads the way in higher vineyard plantings with impressive results. The wine takes its name from a legendary Scottish naval commander, Admiral Thomas Cochrane, aka ‘the Sea Wolf’, who built a fearless reputation in the Napoleonic Wars before leaving Britain in 1818 to lead the Chilean Navy. His swashbuckling style, the inspiration for C.S. Forester’s Horatio Hornblower, helped defeat the Spanish and secure Chilean independence. It’s a tasty, moreish wine to honour such a hero. Rich plum and spice notes – perfect with bold flavoured red meat dishes.

"What a great find – I should keep this one a secret! Exceptional wine" Online Review
For the 2017 vintage
Map showing Valle Central
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