Pico A Pico Carmenere Merlot

Pico a Pico Carmenere Merlot is packed with succulent flavours of spicy red fruits of raspberry and blueberry, making it a great choice as a flavoursome, crowd-pleasing wine. Made from the merlot grape, it meets expectations with its flavour-packed dryness.

This unique wine is produced in Chile’s Curico valley, by the Sagrada Familia company, established in 1997 when sixteen small-scale grape producers formed a co-operative boutique winery, incorporating a vast total of 180 hectares of vineyards. Now a Fairtrade enterprise, this winery has grown over the years to promote economic developments for the local community while exceptional, high-quality wines.

Details

Winemaker: Sagrada Familia Company

Wine type: Dry red, Merlot 

ABV: 13%

Nutrition details (per 125ml): 90 calories, 0g sugars

Suitable for: 100% gluten-free, 100% Fairtrade 

Location

Country of origin: Chile 

Region: Curico Valley

Flavours

Tasting notes: Pico a Pico Carmenere Merlot is a rich blend of spicy red fruits of raspberry and blueberry. These are smooth notes, making this red wine a delicious and easy choice of drink. 

Ideal food pairings: This merlot pairs perfectly with a traditional roast of lamb or beef to help enhance those rich, warming flavours. It also works perfectly with a variety of red meats, hearty pasta, and strong cheeses. 

Serving

Serving temperature: Pico a Pico Carmenere Merlot is a medium-to-full-bodied red wine so is best served just below room temperature, between 16 to 18°C to help complement the flavour profile of the wine. Chill in the fridge for 25 minutes before serving. 

Glass style: Opt for a large rounded bowl with your Merlot, this allows the glass to seize the aromas of the wine.