QUICK LINKS: The new Carmenère plus 12 of the best worth trying | Chilean Carmenère: Panel tasting results | Chile: Location, location Originally from Bordeaux, Carmenère has found a worthy home in South America, particularly in the country of Chile. The grape is a late-ripening variety that requires ample warmth and sunshine to reach its optimal ripeness. In France, Carmenère is also referred to as Grande Vidure, a name that comes from its home region of Bordeaux. Wines produced from Car...
