Bodegas Carrau
Tradicion Carrau
Montevideo
2015
Vintage
Varietal
Tannat
Where it is, October 2026
Mature: past the peak window, but still inside the full drinking arc through 2027.
This bottle is beyond its peak but remains within its drinking window through 2027.
The ‘15 Tradicion Carrau.
Tradicion Carrau 2015 is a Tannat from Montevideo, Uruguay.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Tradicion Carrau 2015 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2015 vintage
Bodegas Carrau's 2015 wine is a Tannat from Montevideo, Uruguay.
About Bodegas Carrau
Bodegas Carrau's wine is a Tannat from Montevideo, Uruguay.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Grilled lamb chops with rosemary garlic
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised beef short ribs with truffle polenta
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged Manchego cheese with quince paste
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
Frequently Asked
What is Tradicion Carrau 2015?
Tradicion Carrau 2015 is a Tannat from Montevideo, Uruguay.
What does Tradicion Carrau 2015 taste like?
Tradicion Carrau 2015 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Tradicion Carrau 2015 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2017-2027. Within that arc, the peak window is 2019-2023. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Tradicion Carrau 2015?
Pair this wine with Grilled lamb chops with rosemary garlic; Braised beef short ribs with truffle polenta; or Aged Manchego cheese with quince paste.