Carmenere

this variety shows a clear intra-varietal variability, especially in terms of vigour and berry size. Light green bud apex with pinkish edges. Orbicular, pentagonal leaves with a petiolar sinus with overlapping edges. Glabrous underside. Medium-sized, cylindrical-conical, sparse or semi-sparse cluster. Small berry with thick skin; herbaceous-flavoured flesh.

vine of considerable vigour with a semi-upright growth habit, not very fertile. It prefers loose soils with little clay, not humid and warm-temperate environments with dry springs.

it requires expanded training systems and long pruning due to its low basal fertility. In order to avoid overgrowth, timely green operations are necessary.

susceptible to potassium deficiency, Flavescence dorée and leaf roll virus. Also susceptible to coulure due to excess of vigour and floral defect.

it produces wines with a characteristic herbaceous flavour, which may be lessened depending on the chosen clone and the growing area. Its aromatic profile, in addition to vegetal scents, expresses intense notes of pepper, apple and spices. For short or medium ageing.

Carmenere R9, VCR16, VCR17, VCR22, VCR700, VCR702, ISVFV5, ERSAFVG320, ERSAFVG321, ERSAFVG322, ERSAFVG323.