August 31, 2018

APALTAGUA “Envero” Gran Reserva Carménère 2016

(Colchagua Valley, Chile) $16

Sleek, vivid, and waiting for a crusty grilled steak. Lots of green peppercorn and tobacco flavors. Delicious.

89 points KM

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