At a glance

Producer

Comando G

Region

Curicó Valley, Maule, Chile

Grape variety

Carignan

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$85-$110

Tasting profile

Dense dark berry, plum, dried herbs, graphite, and earthy minerality with a smoky nuance.

Evolution: Gradual softening of tannins, development of complex tertiary notes such as leather, forest floor and spice over next 5-10 years.

At peak: Beautifully integrated fruit and savory complexity, with silky tannins and expanding aromas.

Structure

Acidity

Balanced medium-high acidity providing freshness

Tannins

Firm and polished, with fine-grained robustness

Alcohol

Approximately 14.5%

Aging potential

Excellent aging potential up to 15 years from vintage due to grape variety, region, and winemaking style

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2043

Optimal window

2020 to 2046

Current status

Ready to drink, with several years of aging potential

Current condition

The wine is showing beautifully developed ripe fruit characteristics and integrated tannins, suitable for medium-term cellaring.

Carignan from Maule, especially from producers like Comando G, is known for structured wines with natural acidity and fine tannic backbone. 2018 vintage offers a rich and concentrated profile that rewards medium- to long-term aging, peaking around 7-12 years from bottling.

Food pairing

Pairs exceptionally well with grilled red meats, lamb, wild game, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (60 minutes) — To allow aeration to soften tannins and enhance aromatic complexity.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Integrated pest management, reduction in synthetic chemical inputs, water-efficient drip irrigation, solar energy use at winery, lightweight bottle packaging

Comando G emphasizes sustainable viticulture practices including organic-inspired farming methods without full organic certification, energy-efficient winery operations, and sustainable packaging. The carbon footprint is mitigated by regional practices and attention to renewable energy, making it highly sustainable among premium Chilean producers.