Carménère, once a prominent Bordeaux varietal, is now primarily found in the Languedoc and the Bordeaux region of France. With flavors of dark berries, green bell pepper, and subtle spices, its expression thrives in the region's moderately warm climate and diverse terroir. The grape's near extinction in France led to its resurgence in Chile, where it became a national favorite—an intriguing twist in the history of this once-forgotten varietal.