Araucano - Alka Carmenere 2015 (750ml) La Mancha

Araucano - Alka Carmenere 2015 (750ml) La ManchaFully ripe aromas of animal hide and dark berry fruits blend with heavy oak notes that are borderline chemical and like paint. A massive, extracted palate almost goes overboard but remains within the realm of balance. Flavors of clove, burnt oak and blackberry are dense, baked and outright woody on the finish. Producer Information Jacques y Francois Lurton S. A. was created in 1988 by two brothers, sons of Andre Lurton, the famous winemaker of

Gold Medal Winner

James Suckling 90

The symbol on La Combe Pilate’s label is the alchemic symbol for spirit and is inked to Chapoutier’s biodynamic philosophy – to respect and transform the raw material into a high quality product while showcasing the spirit of the land

Crushed stones

With a terrific color of red dried sour cherries

concentrated tannin for which the Stags Leap District is world renowned

providing cool air that makes grape-growing possible this close to the equator

Best served at 60°-64° F

flavorful blueberry juice is brought to life by Moscato’s tropical character and natural bubble

Plush plum and blackberry flavors are ripe and fresh

Powerful aromas of ripe black and blue fruits

brought a welcome change with cooler temperatures during the summer and a normal harvest window