2023 Vina Carmen Chardonnay Gran Reserva
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| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Chile |
| Region | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13%) |
| Drink window | 2025 - 2030 |
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Description
What a thick Chardonnay this Carmen Gran Reserva, a fully wood-matured Chilean Chardonnay. And you can taste that, because it is delicious, creamy and full, with many complex impressions. Due to the aging of part of the wine on new oak, this Carmen Gran Reserva Chardonnay gets in the aroma vanilla and toast, hazelnuts and almonds, peaches mango.
In the cool Casablanca Valley, the grapes for this special Chardonnay are planted on a soil rich in clay and loam. The ideal conditions for making a top-quality Chardonnay. The grapes are no more than thirty kilometers away from the cool Pacific. The grapes are carefully harvested by hand and are then strictly controlled before they are pressed in the cellar. To prevent the wine from becoming too bitter, a short, powerful oxidation takes place. The wine is fully fermented in French oak barrels. After maturing in barrels for eight months, the wine is ready to be bottled. What a delicious wine this is! We also do not lack anything in the taste, a good balance between acids and bitters and a nice length. Taste impressions of yellow fruit, vanilla, herbs and very ripe apricots complete the whole!
Awards:
Vintage 2022 - 91pt (James Suckling)
Vintage 2022 - 90pt (The Wine Advocate)
WINE-FOOD SUGGESTIONS:
Grilled chicken fillet with lemon and rosemary
The juicy chicken and fresh lemon complement the lively acids and fruity character of the wine.Pasta with salmon and cream sauce
The creamy sauce and fatty salmon are beautifully balanced by the fresh acidity and light wood influence of the Chardonnay.Risotto with green asparagus and Parmesan cheese
The creamy texture of the risotto and the umami of the cheese enhance the complexity and full body of the wine.Baked cod with a white wine and caper sauce
The delicate taste of the cod and the saltiness of the capers harmonize with the fresh and mineral notes of the wine.Scallops with a beurre blanc sauce and fresh herbs
The soft sweetness of the scallops and the creamy sauce are elegantly supported by the structure and citrus aromas of the Chardonnay.Roasted veal fillet with a lemon and sage sauce
The tender veal and spicy sauce find a perfect partner in the powerful, yet refined style of this Chardonnay.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address. You can read the full wine reviews of Parker, Suckling, Vinous and Wine Spectator via the links next to the image. A free service for our customers.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Chile |
| Region | Casablanca Valley |
| Winery | Vina Carmen |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Drinking as of | 2025 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Parker rating | 90 |
| James Suckling rating | 91 |
| Vinous rating | 90 |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Rijk, Rond, Vol, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Professional Reviews
Parker
RP 90
Reviewed by: Luis Gutierrez
Drink Date: 2023 -2025
Thirty percent of the 2022 Gran Reserva Chardonnay was barrel fermented and aged, and that gave it classical aromas of nuts, spices and smoke intermixed with varietal waxy apples and yellow plums. It has a light palate with the Limarà austerity, dry, balanced and easy to drink. 70,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in November 2022.
Carmen is one of the classical names in Chile, a winery created in 1850 and property of the Grupo Claro (Santa Rita and others), which is one of the top three winery groups in Chile, after Concha y Toro and Viña San Pedro Tarapacá. Here, they produce "only" 4.2 million bottles with the help of winemaker Emily Faulconer.
Published: Apr 06, 2023
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James Suckling
Score
90
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 13
Carmen Chardonnay Valle de Limarà Gran Reserva 2023
Wednesday, Mar 13, 2024
Color
White
Country
Chile
Region
Coquimbo
Vintage
2023
Brioche and lemon-curd notes with pineapple, roasted almond and a tea-leaf undertone. Medium-bodied with a phenolic touch that gives a lightly chewy twist at the end. Drink now.
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Vinous
90
Drinking Window
2024 - 2027
From: The Chilean Coast: Where the Pacific Shapes Vibrant Reds and Whites (Jul 2024)
The 2023 Chardonnay Gran Reserva hails from the Limarà Valley. One-third fermented in oak barrels, this yellow wine presents aromas of creamed corn and herbs, complemented by notes of pear and a subtle hint of hazelnut. Dry, creamy and moderately chalky on the palate, it concludes with a lingering oaky finish reminiscent of caramel and flan. This is a well-crafted commercial wine.
- By JoaquÃn Hidalgo on July 2024
Now a member of Grupo Claro, Carmen is one of Chile's classic wineries, operating in Buin, Maipo, since 1850. The first winery to produce and bottle Carménère in Chile, Carmen has been modernizing its technology and style, particularly at Bodega Gold. Ana MarÃa Cumsille has overseen the winemaking since 2023. Her terroir-driven approach focuses on classic reds based on Cabernet Sauvignon and contracultural grapes like PaÃs and Cinsault (she previously worked as the winemaker for Altaïr, then at Cucha Cucha in Itata).
When I visited the winery in March 2024, the team was just beginning the vintage and working to refine their former approach. Wines such as Matorral Chileno and Florillón are among the most adventurous in their portfolio, while Delanz exemplifies the rich and indulgent style of Chilean reds.
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Carmen is the oldest of the bodegas still active in Chilean viticulture. The house was founded in 1850 by Chistian Lanz, who named the winery after his beloved wife Carmen. Until 1987 it led a fairly inconspicuous existence. However, it was then taken over by the Claro family, who were also involved as co-owners in companies such as Santa Rita and Los Vascos. Substantial investments were made, and the opportunity was seized to establish one of Chile's most modern wine companies. In 1994, the carménère grape variety was rediscovered in the vineyards of Carmen. It was long thought that this grape variety was extinct because of the phylloxera, but research showed that the grape was still planted in the Alta Maipo Valley vineyards of Carmen. Since its rediscovery, the carménère grape has become the signature variety for Chilean viticulture. Due to the construction at the foot of the Andes mountains, the new cellars from the winery could be constructed in such a way that all movements with the wine only take place under the influence of gravity. The use of pumps, which somehow 'damage' the wine, make it less of a quality, is completely avoided in this way.
However, the basis of Carmen's success does not even lie in the state-of-the-art installations, but in the vineyard. The professional team of oenologists, led by MarÃa del Pilar González, also plays an important role in the production of quality wines. With its arrival in the early 1990s, the emphasis was placed on the quality of the grapes by the young winemaker Alvaro Espinoza. Now that winemaker Emily Faulconer has taken over Carmen's premium range, the focus is on making wines with their own identity and salvaging the value of the terroir they come from. Winemaker Emily Faulconer studied agricultural engineering at the Universidad Católica de Chile. She worked in wineries in the United States (Cakebread Cellars), New Zealand (Trinity Hill Winery) and France (Chateau Canon). Faulconer has also previously worked as head winemaker in Viña Arboleda, where she managed the viticultural and viticultural areas, emphasizing the production of fine wines with a sense of origin.
What a thick Chardonnay this Carmen Gran Reserva, a fully wood-matured Chilean Chardonnay. And you can taste that, because it is delicious, creamy and full, with many complex impressions. Due to the aging of part of the wine on new oak, this Carmen Gran Reserva Chardonnay gets in the aroma vanilla and toast, hazelnuts and almonds, peaches mango.
In the cool Casablanca Valley, the grapes for this special Chardonnay are planted on a soil rich in clay and loam. The ideal conditions for making a top-quality Chardonnay. The grapes are no more than thirty kilometers away from the cool Pacific. The grapes are carefully harvested by hand and are then strictly controlled before they are pressed in the cellar. To prevent the wine from becoming too bitter, a short, powerful oxidation takes place. The wine is fully fermented in French oak barrels. After maturing in barrels for eight months, the wine is ready to be bottled. What a delicious wine this is! We also do not lack anything in the taste, a good balance between acids and bitters and a nice length. Taste impressions of yellow fruit, vanilla, herbs and very ripe apricots complete the whole!
Awards:
Vintage 2022 - 91pt (James Suckling)
Vintage 2022 - 90pt (The Wine Advocate)
WINE-FOOD SUGGESTIONS:
Grilled chicken fillet with lemon and rosemary
The juicy chicken and fresh lemon complement the lively acids and fruity character of the wine.Pasta with salmon and cream sauce
The creamy sauce and fatty salmon are beautifully balanced by the fresh acidity and light wood influence of the Chardonnay.Risotto with green asparagus and Parmesan cheese
The creamy texture of the risotto and the umami of the cheese enhance the complexity and full body of the wine.Baked cod with a white wine and caper sauce
The delicate taste of the cod and the saltiness of the capers harmonize with the fresh and mineral notes of the wine.Scallops with a beurre blanc sauce and fresh herbs
The soft sweetness of the scallops and the creamy sauce are elegantly supported by the structure and citrus aromas of the Chardonnay.Roasted veal fillet with a lemon and sage sauce
The tender veal and spicy sauce find a perfect partner in the powerful, yet refined style of this Chardonnay.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address. You can read the full wine reviews of Parker, Suckling, Vinous and Wine Spectator via the links next to the image. A free service for our customers.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Chile |
| Region | Casablanca Valley |
| Winery | Vina Carmen |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Drinking as of | 2025 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Parker rating | 90 |
| James Suckling rating | 91 |
| Vinous rating | 90 |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Rijk, Rond, Vol, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Parker
RP 90
Reviewed by: Luis Gutierrez
Drink Date: 2023 -2025
Thirty percent of the 2022 Gran Reserva Chardonnay was barrel fermented and aged, and that gave it classical aromas of nuts, spices and smoke intermixed with varietal waxy apples and yellow plums. It has a light palate with the Limarà austerity, dry, balanced and easy to drink. 70,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in November 2022.
Carmen is one of the classical names in Chile, a winery created in 1850 and property of the Grupo Claro (Santa Rita and others), which is one of the top three winery groups in Chile, after Concha y Toro and Viña San Pedro Tarapacá. Here, they produce "only" 4.2 million bottles with the help of winemaker Emily Faulconer.
Published: Apr 06, 2023
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
James Suckling
Score
90
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 13
Carmen Chardonnay Valle de Limarà Gran Reserva 2023
Wednesday, Mar 13, 2024
Color
White
Country
Chile
Region
Coquimbo
Vintage
2023
Brioche and lemon-curd notes with pineapple, roasted almond and a tea-leaf undertone. Medium-bodied with a phenolic touch that gives a lightly chewy twist at the end. Drink now.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
Vinous
90
Drinking Window
2024 - 2027
From: The Chilean Coast: Where the Pacific Shapes Vibrant Reds and Whites (Jul 2024)
The 2023 Chardonnay Gran Reserva hails from the Limarà Valley. One-third fermented in oak barrels, this yellow wine presents aromas of creamed corn and herbs, complemented by notes of pear and a subtle hint of hazelnut. Dry, creamy and moderately chalky on the palate, it concludes with a lingering oaky finish reminiscent of caramel and flan. This is a well-crafted commercial wine.
- By JoaquÃn Hidalgo on July 2024
Now a member of Grupo Claro, Carmen is one of Chile's classic wineries, operating in Buin, Maipo, since 1850. The first winery to produce and bottle Carménère in Chile, Carmen has been modernizing its technology and style, particularly at Bodega Gold. Ana MarÃa Cumsille has overseen the winemaking since 2023. Her terroir-driven approach focuses on classic reds based on Cabernet Sauvignon and contracultural grapes like PaÃs and Cinsault (she previously worked as the winemaker for Altaïr, then at Cucha Cucha in Itata).
When I visited the winery in March 2024, the team was just beginning the vintage and working to refine their former approach. Wines such as Matorral Chileno and Florillón are among the most adventurous in their portfolio, while Delanz exemplifies the rich and indulgent style of Chilean reds.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
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Carmen is the oldest of the bodegas still active in Chilean viticulture. The house was founded in 1850 by Chistian Lanz, who named the winery after his beloved wife Carmen. Until 1987 it led a fairly inconspicuous existence. However, it was then taken over by the Claro family, who were also involved as co-owners in companies such as Santa Rita and Los Vascos. Substantial investments were made, and the opportunity was seized to establish one of Chile's most modern wine companies. In 1994, the carménère grape variety was rediscovered in the vineyards of Carmen. It was long thought that this grape variety was extinct because of the phylloxera, but research showed that the grape was still planted in the Alta Maipo Valley vineyards of Carmen. Since its rediscovery, the carménère grape has become the signature variety for Chilean viticulture. Due to the construction at the foot of the Andes mountains, the new cellars from the winery could be constructed in such a way that all movements with the wine only take place under the influence of gravity. The use of pumps, which somehow 'damage' the wine, make it less of a quality, is completely avoided in this way.
However, the basis of Carmen's success does not even lie in the state-of-the-art installations, but in the vineyard. The professional team of oenologists, led by MarÃa del Pilar González, also plays an important role in the production of quality wines. With its arrival in the early 1990s, the emphasis was placed on the quality of the grapes by the young winemaker Alvaro Espinoza. Now that winemaker Emily Faulconer has taken over Carmen's premium range, the focus is on making wines with their own identity and salvaging the value of the terroir they come from. Winemaker Emily Faulconer studied agricultural engineering at the Universidad Católica de Chile. She worked in wineries in the United States (Cakebread Cellars), New Zealand (Trinity Hill Winery) and France (Chateau Canon). Faulconer has also previously worked as head winemaker in Viña Arboleda, where she managed the viticultural and viticultural areas, emphasizing the production of fine wines with a sense of origin.