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Tapia’s picks: top 12 Chilean Carmenères

1 Santa Rita, Floresta, Colchagua, Apalta 2018 96

N/A UK www.santaritaestateseurope.com

From vines more than 100 years old, this is the most outstanding member of a new generation of fresh and fruity Carmenères. There are herbal notes, together with juicy red fruit flavours on a medium-bodied, crunchy palate with deliciously fresh acidity. Drink 2019-2023 Alcohol 13.5%

2 Caliterra, Pétreo, Colchagua 2016 94

£17.99 Dulwich Vintners, Museum Wines, Taylor’s Fine Wines,

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