Carmenère Syrah – Tinto Fuego
Pre-Order deadline has passed. Tinto Fuego embodies the heat and passion of Chilean winemaking. Meaning “red fire”, the name reflects Chile’s sun-drenched days and cool Andean nights. This dramatic contrast in temperature brings vibrant acidity and deep, intense flavours.
Tinto Fuego a blend of Carmenère and Syrah from Chile’s renowned Maipo Valley is a rich, vibrant red that seamlessly marries the depth of Carmenère with the power of Syrah. It offers a plush texture with well-integrated tannins that lend structure without overshadowing the fruit. The nose is inviting and layered, revealing rich aromas of blackberry, black cherry, blueberry, and ripe plum. On the palate, these dark fruits are enhanced by nuances of dark chocolate, black pepper, and a touch of warming spice. The finish is long, savoury, and satisfying, unfolding slowly with lingering notes of earth and spice.
Maipo, known as Chile’s most renowned wine region lies at the foot of the Andes, where warm, sunny days and cool nights create the perfect conditions for growing expressive reds. The valley’s well-drained alluvial soils lend structure, while the diurnal temperature shifts preserve acidity and aromatics. This unique climate creates wines with ripe fruit character, fine tannins, and distinct earthy undertones. Whether showcasing spicy Carmenère or peppery Syrah, wines from Maipo reflect a balance of ripeness, elegance, and a strong sense of place rooted in the valley’s long viticultural heritage.
This wine’s signature food pairing is grilled beef skewers with chimichurri but it’s also a great match for stuffed peppers, or manchego.
Labels included. Available February 2026.
- Alcohol 13%
- Sweetness Dry
- Body Medium-Full
- Oak Medium-Heavy
- Time to Ready 6-8 weeks
- Yield ~30 x 750ml
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Price
$161.99 - Sale Price $15.00
Brand VineCo Global Passport 2026
Every year, our highly anticipated VineCo™ Global Passport Series takes us on a new adventure to the most prominent, well-respected wine regions – from highly touted up-and-coming regions to age-old vineyards with long histories. Available for a short time by reservation only.
Varietal Carmenère
One of the original Bordeaux grapes of France- Caremènére was thought to be extinct until it was rediscovered in Chile in 1994. Similar to Merlot- Caremènére is a medium-bodied red wine with red fruit and berry aromas and flavors. The wine’s higher acidity and medium tannins make it an easy choice for a variety of meat dishes.
Varietal Syrah
Due to the popularity of Australian wines this grape is now probably better known to most wine drinkers as Shiraz, however in France (its original home) and most growing regions of the world it is still known as Syrah. While largely a blending grape in the Rhone region wines of France, most other growing regions feature Shiraz on its own. Look for nice berry flavours with a lively spiciness- very enjoyable.
Region Maipo Valley, Chile
The Maipo Valley is one of the most important wine regions in Chile and is known for producing some of the most prestigious Chilean wines. It is situated just south of Chile’s capital Santiago and extends east to the Andes Mountains and west to the Coast. The mild Mediterranean climate is dry with warm summers and cold wet winters. The region receives very little rainfall during the hot summer months, therefore viticulturalists rely on drip irrigation to help the vines through the long dry periods. The soils are clay based and very fertile resulting in full bodied red wines.
Sweetness Dry
Dry wines like Cabernet and Pinot Grigio have no perceptible amount of sweetness to the drinker and will often be detected as having a drying character in the mouth.
Body Medium-Full
Typically wines featuring grapes that naturally have bigger flavours and may have higher tannins, oaking or alcohol levels.
Oak Medium-Heavy
Medium-Heavy oak provides a subtle oak character in heavier red wines.