This site uses cookies in order to function properly and to allow us to improve our service.
By using this site you consent to the use of cookies. Find out more HERE

CLOSE [X]
Subscriber login Close [x]
remember me
You are not logged in.

The Times

Published:  23 July, 2008

The Carmenre grape is much-maligned, according to JANE MacQUITTY, and unfairly so, in her opinion: 'The Chileans may not have made a world-class Carmenre to date, but I don't think they've made a truly top-drawer Cabernet or Syrah either. In any case, most of Carmenre's problems can be eradicated with good vineyard management, including grafting the grape on to hardy, bug-resistant American rootstock. Hillside plantings, partial irrigation and hard pruning all help to eradicate those weedy flavours and get the best from this grape.'

Keywords: