Koyle Royale Carmenere

The wine comes from Los Lingues Estate. The soil presents a matrix of rocks in different states of decomposition, mainly as fragmented alterites, which give the balance sought between vigour, productivity and quality. Mineral notes are expressed because of the balanced extraction through the deep roots.

At optimum ripeness, the grapes are hand-picked in small boxes and brought to the cellar for careful sorting. Vinification is conducted in small tanks to get the best extraction of aromas, flavors and silky tannins. After fermentation, the Koyle Royale Carmenere is aged in French oak barrels for eighteen months, with no filtration.

Well-drained soils have a clay texture with volcanic rocks and colluvial stones that deliver unique minerals giving the right balance to
the Royale line. Both are key factors of optimal terroir for the production of high quality red wines

Double Guyot

The 2018 Royale Carmenere, which also contains 7% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Malbec, was produced with grapes from the second and third terrace of their estate in Los Lingues. This is much fresher and more varietal than the 2017, with pungent aromas of freshly cracked peppercorns, cigar ash, tea and tobacco leaves. It has less alcohol, a more balanced palate and a medium to full body with round and ripe tannins. 91 Points

Redcurrents, mulberries and red plums on the nose with herbs and cloves. It's medium-to full-bodied with firm tannins. Structured and textured with bright, juicy acidity. Flavorful finish. Vintage 2018, 91 Points

Woodsy spicy black-fruit aromas include notes of balsam wood. This is deep and layered but not too heavy; flavors of chocolaty oak, peppercorn and blackberry finish with a rich helping of oak-based mocha and coffee. Drink through 2020.

Beef tenderloin, duck, Indian curry.
Recommended: decant 30 minutes before serving.

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