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Wine Of The Month-Carmenère
Originating from the Medoc region of Bordeaux, the name Carmenère (from the French word crimson or carmin) refers to the brilliant crimson colour of the autumn foliage prior to leaf fall.
Carmenère is considered one of the six original red grapes of Bordeaux including: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot.
Now rarely found in France, the world’s largest harvest is in Chile with more than 4,000 hectares mainly cultivated in the Colchagua Valley, Rapel Valley and Maipo Province. Thanks to Chile’s minimal rainfall grower’s are able to obtain healthy crops. During harvest and the winter period, the vines fare poorly if they are introduced to high levels of rain. Over watering in this period accentuates the herbaceous and green pepper characteristics of the grape.
Carmenère favours a long growing season with moderate to warm climates. The grape naturally develops high levels of sugar before tannins achieve ripeness. Carmenère is deep red in colour and will allow you to experience cherry like fruit flavour with smoke, spice and earth flavours. It can also be reminiscent of chocolate, tobacco and leather. Best enjoyed when it is young.
Whether you are hosting your holiday get together or lucky enough to only be bringing the wine, consider carmenère as a perfect pair for your turkey meal.
On sale the month of August, En Primeur Chilean Carmenère will compliment your meal beautifully!


Wine Tasting and other Events
The Wine Place Markham provides avid spectator tasting wines from around the world all year long. Keep your eye on our News page right here on the website for upcoming events or host your own event in our garden.


A World of Spectacular Wine at your Fingertips!
If you're ready to experience the art of wine making at its finest, then you're ready for The Wine Place Markham. Right at home on Main Street Markham is this vintner's gem where international flavours meet the highest quality and standards in the largest wine making facility York Region has to offer. Parking around back gives easy access to the store from your car and is home to a beautiful lush vine garden.