Casillero Del Diablo
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“This variety disappeared from its place of origin in Médoc, north of Bordeaux, France following the phylloxera outbreak in the 19th century. It reappeared in Chile at the end of the 20th Century. In Casillero del Diablo Carmenere is smooth and delicate with intense color, smooth, round tannins, and attractive aromas of black currant and chocolate. Ideal with aged cheese.”
“Native of Cahors, France, this variety truly shines in Casillero del Diablo’s outstanding Malbec featuring concentrated sweet fruit and round tannins with aromas of blackberries and black plums with a touch of black pepper and vanilla, while flavors of spices and black plums meld perfectly on the palate.”
“It is Casillero del Diablo’s most famous variety, and Decanter magazine called its 2005 vintage the best of the planet. It features intense aromas of cherries and plum with a touch of vanilla and toast. It has the most body of all red varieties and is elegant and ideal with red meats such as beef with black pepper sauce.”
“With origins in Bordeaux, France, this variety is a call to freshness. In Casillero del Diablo this characteristic is complemented by a mineral note for refreshing style with peach and redcurrant aromas. A lush and well-rounded wine with perfect balance and elegance that is ideal with salmon ceviche.”
