It's a lovely Chilean red and it's not Merlot. WSJ's Lettie Teague and Tanya Rivero look at the mystique of the Carmenere grape, which wine lovers are rediscovering. Photo: Getty A FRIEND OF MINE ...

The Grape Glossary: A guide to hip varietals. When the phylloxera root louse began devastating French vineyards in the late 19th century, many suddenly idled Bordeaux winemakers bailed for Chile.

$10, Red, Still, Chile. Tasting note for this wine: A simple, medium-bodied red, with moderate plum and spice …See the full review, with rating and when to drink!