Terrunyo Carmenere Block 17
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted pork loin, grilled lamb chops, beef empanadas
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the prestigious Peumo Vineyard in the Cachapoal Valley, a sub-region of Chile's Central Valley, Terrunyo Carmenere represents a landmark in the modern history of Chilean wine. Carmenere, once thought extinct in Europe after the phylloxera epidemic, was famously rediscovered in Chile in 1994 after being mistaken for Merlot for decades. The Terrunyo bottling, sourced from select blocks of the historic Peumo estate, showcases the grape's true potential. The vineyard's deep, clay-retentive soils and warm climate, tempered by evening breezes from the Cachapoal River, allow the late-ripening Carmenere to mature slowly, shedding its aggressive green notes while retaining vibrant acidity and soft, velvety tannins. Aged in French oak barrels, this wine is celebrated for its complex profile of dark berries, sweet spices, graphite, and subtle herbal undertones.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1883 by Don Melchor de Santiago Concha y Toro and his wife, Emiliana Subercaseaux, Viña Concha y Toro is Chile's most historic and globally recognized winery, headquartered in the picturesque commune of Pirque within the Maipo Valley. Under the stewardship of the Guilisasti family since the mid-20th century, the estate has expanded its reach across Chile's premier terroirs, from the coastal breezes of Casablanca to the warm, clay-rich soils of Peumo in the Cachapoal Valley. The winery is celebrated for its pioneering spirit and commitment to sustainability, producing world-class wines that showcase the diverse microclimates of Chile. Their portfolio is anchored by iconic expressions such as the critically acclaimed Carmín de Peumo Carmenere, the terroir-driven Terrunyo line, and the legendary, globally beloved Casillero del Diablo range.