Terrunyo Carmenere Block 27
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, slow-cooked pork belly
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the legendary Block 27 of the Peumo Vineyard in Chile's Cachapoal Valley, Concha y Toro's Terrunyo Carmenere is a benchmark expression of the nation's signature grape. The Peumo vineyard benefits from a unique microclimate where warm days are tempered by evening breezes from the Cachapoal River and the Pacific Ocean, allowing the late-ripening Carmenere to mature slowly and retain its vibrant acidity. The deep, clay-rich soils of Block 27 provide optimal water retention, preventing the water stress to which Carmenere is highly sensitive. This wine pays homage to the dramatic history of the variety, which was thought to be extinct following the 19th-century phylloxera epidemic in Europe, only to be rediscovered in Chile in 1994 when it was found masquerading as Merlot. Aged in French oak barrels, Terrunyo Block 27 is celebrated for its deep purple hue, velvety texture, and complex notes of dark plums, sweet spices, and graphite.
🍾 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.