CARMÉNÈRE AL MUNDO: RECOGNIZED INTERNATIONAL WINE CONTEST IN CHILE

In its fourth version, the contest inspired by the iconic variety of Chile, aims to demonstrate internationally how Carmenere developed its identity and potential. National and international wine samples are expected to

be received, with the participation of prominent local and foreign juries.

Between October 15th and 17th will take place at the Conference Center of Monticello Grand Casino, Santiago, the fourth version of the expected Wine Contest "Carmenère al Mundo 2014", unique event worldwide specialized in this grape variety, which will count with the participation of prominent International and National juries. Organized by the Chilean Association of Agronomic Engineer - Oenologist and under the rules of the International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV) and the International Union of Oenologists (UIOE), the competition seeks to evidence the high quality of the wines obtained from the Carmenere variety and show it to consumers in Chile and around the world. Juries from Argentina, Brazil, Japan, France, New Zealand, Spain, United States and Uruguay, along with the most outstanding national specialists, must choose the best exponents of this variety in the categories "Pure Carmenère" and "Blend Carmenère". Winning wines will receive gold medal and silver medal, and also the best by category will be awarded with the Grand Trophy. "Our competition in its fourth version, already consolidated in seriousness and category, will allow us to show the quality of the wines Carménère as a great exponent of Chile on the international wine scene. Within the diversity of Chilean vineyard, Carmenere has managed to develop a great typicity being recognized and well appreciated as one of the fine wines of Chile", says Carolina Arnello, President of the Contest.

But not everything will be tasting, while visiting our country, international juries will participate in various activities, to show them the characteristics and diversity of the national viticulture, visiting wineries, vineyards and tasting the wide variety of wines that are currently produced in the Chile, and enjoy the diverse local gastronomy. Registration will open in August, but we invite you to save the date to participate in the fourth version of the International Wine Contest "Carmenere al Mundo 2014". More information will be constantly updated on the website www.carmenerealmundo.cl.