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CHILE’S EVOLVING QUALITY WINE WORLD: 600 WINES TASTEDMay 13th, 2016
Small wineries making small production, highly rated wines is today’s Chile, as well as widely distributed and high qualitybrands distributed around the world. The diversity and excellence in Chilean winemaking is so impressive and the trendseems to be growing every trip we make to the country. JamesSuckling.com has already visited Chile four times in the lasttwo years.
“It's baby steps,” comments Rodrigo Soto, Veramonte’s technical director as well as one of Chile’s experts on biodynamics.“We can manage it. This is something we can do and then we can make it bigger.”
The array and uniqueness of winemaking areas in Chile is equally inspiring, whether producing pinot noir and syrah in theappellations of Aconcagua Costa, Casablanca and San Antonio, cabernet sauvignon and carmenere in Valle de Maipo orcarignan and país in Valle de Maule or even Malbec in Malleco.
Chile also has an exceptional heritage of old dry farmed vineyards particularly in the southern regions like Maule and Itatawith carignan, país, cinsault, moscatel and even some amazing malbecs. Many producers are also grafting other varieties likegarnacha or mourvedre (aka monastrell) to these old vineyards. And most of these wines are produced in a fresh and vividstyle giving them a transparency to communicate their best microclimates and terriors.
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“We have only just started, and we now have to, as we say in Chile, sharpen the pencil,” says Ricardo Baettig, winemaker ofCasablanca’s Morandé, referring to already established regions like Maule or Casablanca where he believes a lot still needsto be discovered in terms of soils and microclimates.
In addition, the Chilean wine trade includes real personalities who show as much character in themselves as the wines theyproduce, regardless if it’s handmade pinot and syrah in Casablanca, cinsault in Itata or carignan in Cauquenes. As MarceloRetamal, winemaker at De Martino, explains, “For me a great wine is the expression of a site and a person; from a rustic andremote place like Itata I don’t expect a wine with great refinement and complexity, I expect a wine full of character, with apleasant rusticity.”
Adds big wave surfer/vintner Charlie Villard, a Frenchman who grew up in Chile and whose family was one of the first to maketop wines in the region of Casablanca about two decades ago, “I do all things with passion.” I scored his tiny production singlevineyard syrah 97 points 2014 Syrah Valle de Casablanca Tanagra.
It’s no wonder the French are so attracted to winemaking in Chile, from the Lurtons of Bordeaux to Ostertag, from Alsace toLigerBelair of Burgundy. The latter is making some of the most exciting pinot noir outside of France at the moment. Theycompare with the best including America’s Sonoma Coast, New Zealand’s Central Otago or Australia’s Mornington Peninsula.The Aconcagua Costa appellation just north of Casablanca, as well as Casablanca itself, is producing some of the mostexciting examples of the variety. Take into account that pinot noir has only begun to take off in Chile, as Francisco Baettig,technical director of Errazuriz, Viñedo Chadwick and Seña concludes, “We have only begun to plant in the right places andwith the right plant material.” So the future is exciting for pinot noir in Chile.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 100
VIÑEDO CHADWICKCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
This is a wine that defines elegance and power at the same time. Complex aromas of blueberry,black currant and black licorice. Full body yet refined and beautiful with a stunning length andcomplexity. It has a transparency that shows such greatness and beauty. Half the normalproduction. Has an energy and brightness. Chile's first perfect wine and well deserved. Better in2020.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 99
ARISTOS CHILE TASTING NOTES
This proves that Chile competes with the great white wine producers in the world. Full body,incredible depth and layers of ripe fruit, structure and stone. Cream, meringue and power. Thecombination of ripe fruit and acidity is mindblowing. Chile's Montrachet. Made with the owner ofhighly respected family of LigerBelair from Burgundy and friends. 3,400 bottles made. Drink or
Syrah is also making a lot of noise throughout the country. Examples from Elqui, Casablanca and Colchagua show Chile’scapacity of combining quality with regional typicity. Elqui, located 700 km north of Santiago, produces vivid and intense syrahsas well as Rhone blends. San Pedro’s Kankana del Elqui and Alcohuaz are two of the more exciting projects there.Casablanca, on the other hand, produces equally delicious syrahs in a more subdued and reserved style. Finally Colchagua,not as extreme as Elqui nor as cool as Casablanca, produces warm yet elegant and delicious syrahs.
“The possibilities are endless here,” agrees Francois Lurton who has been making wines in Chiles for decades at HaciendaAraucano as well as in Argentina at Bodega Piedra Negra.
Perhaps a sign of Chile truly coming of age is the 100point rating in this report of the pure cabernet sauvignon 2014 ViñedoChadwick. This is a wine that defines the greatness of Chile with a purity, structure and finesse that competes with the bestreds of the world. And its pedigree is second to none with vineyards next door in the Valle de Maipo to the highly regardedAlmaviva and Conch y Toro Don Melchor. “The area has been considered one of the best in Chile since the 1950s,” addsEduardo Chadwick, the owner of the estate who also makes the icon wine of Seña in Chile.
Last month, I tasted more than 600 wines in Santiago, Valpariso and various locations in Casablanca. I was impressed withthe quality of so many wines from flinty and bright sauvignon blancs to rich and flavorful syrahs. Even more memorable is theprices most of these wines sell for. The majority of the wines rated 90 points or more – outstanding quality – sell for about $15to $30 a bottle. These are wines that would be selling for two or three times that if they were from France or California.
Below are all the Chilean wines I tasted this year with senior editor Jacobo Andrade Garcia Llamas. They are listed by highestto lowest rated. Please note that some older vintages of certain wines are listed as they were part of vertical tastings weexperienced while on the road in Chile.
Photos: Landscape in Elqui at the vineyards of Alcohuaz; Rodrigo Soto, technical director Veramonte; Clos des Fous 2013;Landscape at Elqui Viñedos de Alcohuaz; Francisco Baettig & Eduardo Chadwick.
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SCORE 99 hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 99
ERRÁZURIZ PINOT NOIRACONCAGUA COSTA LASPIZARRAS
TASTING NOTES
Even better than the debut and great 2014. Perfumed and vivid with strawberry, raspberry, flowerleaf, cedar, stone and flint. Full body yet compacted and compressed giving it an ultrafine palateprofile. Tension and finesse. Light citrus finish. Polished to almost perfection. Seamless finish. 500cases made. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 98
CONCHA Y TOROCABERNET SAUVIGNONPUENTE ALTO DONMELCHOR PUENTE ALTOVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Wonderful aromas of black olives, meat and currants. Hints of fresh mint. Full to medium body, withsublime tannin texture that feels like the finest silk. A finish that lasts for minutes. Palate hasamazing energy of richness and freshness. A great wine. So layered and balanced. 93% cabernetsauvignon and 7% cabernet franc. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 98
ERRÁZURIZ CHARDONNAYACONCAGUA COSTA LASPIZARRAS
TASTING NOTES
The structure and length of this white highlights its greatness. Full body, yet tight and structured witha superb linear backbone of ripe fruit and fine phenolic tension. Cream, stone, flint and apple. Allabout refined texture. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 97
ALMAVIVA VALLE DE MAIPO TASTING NOTES
A wine with wonderful blueberry, blackberry and hints of cedar and spice. Full body, dense andbeautiful fruit. Chocolate, walnut and berry. It goes on for minutes. A fabulous wine. Better in 2020but gorgeous now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Sud
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 97
CLOS DES FOUSCHARDONNAY VALLE DEMALLECO DULCINEA
TASTING NOTES
This is incredible with such complexity of dried apple, honey, straw and chalk. Full body, brightacidity and incredible length. Stone and intensity. Goes on for minutes. I am amazed. 2.5 hectaresbiodynamically grown and only 1,000 bottles made. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
CLOS DES FOUS MALBECSAN ROSENDO TOCAO
TASTING NOTES
This is incredible with ripe and rich fruit and dark berry, wet earth and hints of mahogany. Full to
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 97
medium body, firm tannins and a beautiful finish. So long and intense. The dried fruit and acidcontrast is mindblowing. The greatest malbec ever made in Chile? Watch out Argentina. Only 300cases made. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 97
GARCIA SCHWADERERGARNACHA VALLE DE ITATAGRENACHE PIEDRA LISAVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
What a wonderful grenache with fresh mushroom and dried fruit. Medium to full body, integrated fruitand tannins and a bright finish. Unique. More than 120 year old. Weird and loco. This is all about theroots of the vine; ungrafted. 966 bottles made. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 97
MATETIC SYRAH VALLE DESAN ANTONIO
TASTING NOTES
This is an unbelievable red with sublime tannin texture and mindbinding depth and finesse. Thenose shows granite, slate, blackberry, blueberry and lavender aromas. Full body yet agile andharmonious. Only 350 cases made. Drink or hold. Made from biodynamic grapes. Spectacular. LaTurque of Chile?
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 97
MONTES CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUAPURPLE ANGEL
TASTING NOTES
The transparency is incredible to this year of Purple Angel. Aromatic and bright with blueberry, freshherbs and spice. Full body, silky and perfectly polished tannins. Fabulous length and layers. Superb.Blend made from 46% carmenere from Marchigue, 46% from Apalta and 8% petit verdot. Drink orhold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 97
MONTES SYRAH VALLE DECOLCHAGUA FOLLY
TASTING NOTES
Incredible wine with blackberry, dried meat, granite, spice, and blueberry character. Full body, supervelvety texture, yet incredibly fine and long. Such finesse and balance. Clearly the benchmark forsyrah in South America. So gorgeous to drink now but will age beautifully.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 97
MONTES VALLE DECOLCHAGUA M
TASTING NOTES
A top red that shows wonderful black currant, spice, fresh tobacco, and light chocolate. Full body,firm and silky tannins and a beautiful finish. So linear and refined. Yet muscular and long. Needstime to show its true outstanding quality. A superb wine. 80% cabernet sauvignon, 10% cabernetfranc, 5% merlot and 5% petit verdot. From grapes grown in the Apalta subregion. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
SEÑA VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
Pure raspberry and blackberry aromas. Incredible depth on the nose. Phenomenal depth of fruit and
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2006
SCORE 97
silky tannins. Full body. It goes on for minutes. Wonderful texture and length. Polished tannins. Ablend of 55% cabernet sauvignon, 16% merlot, 13% petit verdot, 10% carmenere and 6% cabernetfranc. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 97
SEÑA VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
Complex aromas of blueberry, rose petal, licorice, and currant. Full body, ultra fine tannins and afresh and clean finish. Balanced and very refined. A wonderful purity and beauty. Give it three tofour years to come together but already a beauty. A blend of 60% cabernet sauvignon, 16%carmenere, 11% malbec, 8% merlot and 5% petit verdot.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 97
VILLARD SYRAH VALLE DECASABLANCA TANAGRA
TASTING NOTES
Wow. Crazy aromas of black olives, spice, olive oil and flowers. Dark fruits too. Full body, velvetytannins; so much character yet energetic and defined. Such form and style. Fruit yet hazelnut andflower on the palate. Dreamy. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2007
SCORE 97
VIÑEDO CHADWICKCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
Wow. Aromas of black currant, plus a tiny hint of mint and lavender. Full body, with wonderful meltedtannins that flow into the wine. Complex and beautiful. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 96
CLOS DES FOUS PINOTNOIR ACONCAGUA COSTAPUCALÁN ARENARIA
TASTING NOTES
This is really exceptional with strawberry skin, spice, flower and chalk stone. Full body, great depthand length. Incredible mouthfeel. Made from a coastal region vineyard planted with 12,000 vines perhectare and only 600 grams per vine. Gorgeous finish. 300 cases made in this year. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 96
CONCHA Y TOROCABERNET SAUVIGNONPUENTE ALTO DONMELCHOR PUENTE ALTOVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
This is from one of the coolest vintages in memory but delivers fresh tobacco and currant aromasand flavors. Full body, chewy tannins and plenty of currant leaf and stone character. A structuredand very solid Don Melchor. 91% cabernet sauvignon and 9% cabernet franc. Drink or hold.
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ERRÁZURIZ CARMENEREVALLE DE ACONCAGUA KAI
TASTING NOTES
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 96
VALLE DE ACONCAGUA KAI A wine with focus and spice, blackberry and dark chocolate. Black licorice and oyster. Full body,super supple tannins and a savory finish. Gorgeous rich style that has tension. 95% carmenere and5% syrah. Better in 2018.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 96
ERRÁZURIZ VALLE DEACONCAGUA DONMAXIMIANO
TASTING NOTES
Very cool black currant and blackberry aromas with hints of flowers. Full body, pretty integratedtannins and a bright and fruity finish. Hints of walnuts and berries on the finish. Chocolateundertone. A blend of 68% cabernet sauvignon, 18% carmenere, 9% malbec and 5% petit verdot.Better in 2020.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 96
KINGSTON FAMILYVINEYARDS PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCACG'S BARREL
TASTING NOTES
A seductive and beautiful wine with such intensity and energy. Teases you with ripe and sexy fruitbut then closes with bright acidity. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 96
LAPOSTOLLE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA CLOS APALTA
TASTING NOTES
Gorgeous aromas of dark fruits such as blueberry and raspberry. Licorice too. Full body, velvetytannins but not overdone. Seamless tannins. Pretty finish. Better in 2019. One of the most elegantClos Apaltas.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 96
LAURA HARTWIG VALLE DECOLCHAGUA LAURA
TASTING NOTES
Love the dark chocolate, blackberry and black currant aromas that follow through to a full body,velvety tannins and a flavorful finish. Always a classy and beautiful red with finesse.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 96
MATETIC PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCA EQEDICIÓN LIMITADA
TASTING NOTES
A superb pinot noir with excellent texture and finesse. Yet it shows great intensity and depth of fruit.Full body, silky tannins and a persistent finish. Plenty of strawberry and earth character yet alwaysfocused and precise. Drink now. Made from biodynamic grapes.
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MONTSECANO PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 96
VALLE DE CASABLANCA A pinot with superb depth and texture with beautiful depth of fruit and ripe tannins. Full body,complex depth of fruit and length. Stone, blueberry, blackberry and intensity. All made and aged inconcrete eggs. About 4,500 bottles made. Made from biodynamic grapes. Andre Ostertag of Alsacemakes this wine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 96
NEYEN DE APALTA VALLEDE COLCHAGUA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blueberry, sweet Thai basil and spice. Medium body, ultrafine tannins and incredibledepth. Captivating subtle character of plum, blueberry and cloves. It lasts for minutes. Decant twohours in advance. Blend of cabernet sauvignon and carmenere. The cabernet has 130 years of ageand it's grown in the Apalta subregion! Decant three hour before serving to open the old vine lusterin the wine. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 96
POLKURA SYRAHMARCHIGUE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA SECANO
TASTING NOTES
This is very rich and wild with fantastic fruit depth and density. Wild fruit character. Peaches? Haha.Full body, round and velvety tannins and a flavorful finish. Wow. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 96
RITUAL CHARDONNAYVALLE DE CASABLANCASUPERTUGA BLOCK
TASTING NOTES
What a crazy chardonnay. It is so energized. The length and intensity is fantastic. Medium to fullbody, citrusy, salty and flinty. Extremely long finish. Zesty and electric. Drink now. Made frombiodynamic grapes. 250 cases made.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2001
SCORE 96
SEÑA VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
A very refined Sena with delicate plum, cedar and flower aromas and flavors. Medium to full body,ultrafine tannins and a subtle finish. A wine all about finesse and beauty. A blend of 75% cabernetsauvignon, 15% merlot, 6% cabernet franc and 4% carmenere. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 96
VILLARD VALLE DECASABLANCA LE PINOTNOIR
TASTING NOTES
This is one of the top pinots of Chile with wonderful dark fruit, spice and walnut character with hintsof coffee. Full body, tight tannin texture and a reserved and serious finish. Sharp and lively. Drink orhold. Wonderful aging potential.
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VIÑA VON SIEBENTHALVALLE DE ACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 96
VALLE DE ACONCAGUATATAY DE CRISTÓBAL
This is really superb with fabulous texture and balance. Full body, ripe and polished tannins and agorgeous finish. Sweet tobacco, plum and subtle chocolate. A late release. Unique red. 4,000bottles a year. 26 months in barrel and three years in bottle before release. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2003
SCORE 96
VIÑEDO CHADWICKCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
A very polished and refined wine with fine grain tannins that give form and finesse to the wine.Medium to full body, dense yet compact palate. Beautiful core of fruit in the center palate. Longfinish. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 95
CASAS DEL BOSQUE PINOTNOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA ESTATESELECTION
TASTING NOTES
A gorgeous blend of almost all syrah with a touch of pinot. Full body, ultrafine tannins giving abeautiful texture. Blueberry, hints of dried fruits and hazelnut. Sexy finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 95
DE MARTINO CHARDONNAYVALLE DE LIMARÍQUEBRADA SECA
TASTING NOTES
A dense and rich chardonnay with oyster shell and dried apple and apricot aromas and flavors. Fullbody, bright acidity and a lively finish. Wonderful intensity. Hola Burgundy. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 95
DE MARTINO VALLE DECACHAPOAL LAS CRUCES
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of spice, dark berry and slate. Full body, light silky tannins and a savory finish. Salty andminerally. Making it right. Mostly from dryfarmed malbec, 60 years old. Real deal. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2009
SCORE 95
ERRÁZURIZ VALLE DEACONCAGUA DONMAXIMIANO
TASTING NOTES
A red with ripe plum and blueberry aromas that follow through to full body, velvety tannins and afresh finish. Excellent structure and richness yet remains agile and bright. A blend of 80% cabernetsauvignon, 10% carmenere, 5% petit verdot and 5% cabernet franc. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 95
GARAGE WINE & COCARIGNAN VALLE DEMAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
The ripe fruit is so attractive with lemon rind and stone undertones. Mahogany. Full body, beautifulbalance and intensity. Super length and character. Wow. I could drink the bottle myself. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 95
KINGSTON FAMILYVINEYARDS PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCAALAZAR
TASTING NOTES
A pure and fruitforward pinot that shows balance and finesse with a fine and almost oily texture.Medium to full body, finegrained and ripe tannin mouth feel. Persistent finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 95
LAURA HARTWIG VALLE DECOLCHAGUA EDICIÓN DEFAMILIA
TASTING NOTES
A structured and rich red with blueberry, black currant and dried chocolate aromas and flavors. Fullbody, solid core of fruit and ripe tannins. Very long. Linear backbone. A blend of 46% cabernetsauvignon, 28% malbec, 23% petit verdot and 3% cabernet franc. Better in 2020.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 95
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍCHARDONNAY VALLE DELIMARÍ QUEBRADA SECA
TASTING NOTES
This is a fabulous white with stone, cream, light vanilla and cooked apple. Straw too. Full body,tangy acidity and a gorgeous complex finish. Hola grand cru Chablis! Wow. 500 cases made. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2008
SCORE 95
MONTSECANO PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
This is the first vintage of the wine from Alsace's Andre Ostertag and Julio Donoso with so muchdried flower and hints of plums and strawberries. Roses. Medium body, ultrafine tannins and clean,lightly fruity finish. A wine in the zone. Only 397 bottles made. Made from biodynamic grapes. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 95
POLKURA SYRAHMARCHIGUE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA BLOCK G + I
TASTING NOTES
A dense and broad syrah on the palate with fantastic dark fruit and chocolate powder character. Fullbody, exotic fruit yet reserved and velvety. Wonderful length. Hola Cornas en Chile! Drink now orhold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 95
RITUAL PINOT NOIR VALLEDE CASABLANCAMONSTER BLOCK
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blueberries, stone and hints of licorice on the nose. Full body, chewy tannins and a tannicfinish. Very tight and structured. Needs three or four years to soften but already and classic styledred. From some of the oldest blocks of pinot on the estate. Made from biodynamic grapes. Only 500cases made. Give it a few years but excellent in every way.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Coquimbo
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 95
SAN PEDRO SYRAH VALLEDEL ELQUI 1895 LIMITEDEDITION
TASTING NOTES
This is real syrah with so much earth, spice, nut and black pepper aromas. So smoky. Full body, softand silky tannins and a beautiful finish. Fantastic length and intensity. Decadent. Believe that price.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2005
SCORE 95
SEÑA VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
Perfumed and pretty with rose petal and flower aromas as well as currant and orange peelcharacter. Full body, chewy tannins and a bright finish. A Bordeauxbased blend that includes 57%cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot, 9% carmenere, 6% cabernet franc and 3% petit verdot. Verystructured and fresh style. Long life ahead.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
ARBOLEDA SYRAHACONCAGUA COSTA
TASTING NOTES
Fantastic aromas of blackberry, stone, and licorice follow through to a full body that shows balanceand finesse. The texture is fantastic. So polished and compacted. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 94
CALCU CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA FUTA
TASTING NOTES
Bright black currant and hints of fresh herb. Violets. Complex. Full to medium body, superfinetannins and a long and intense finish. Gorgeous. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 94
CARMEN SEMILLON VALLEDE ITATA QUIJADA #1
TASTING NOTES
A wine with almonds, flor and dried apple character. Hints of lemon. Full body, very dry and salty.Stone. Crazy. And made from semillon from Apalta and sauvignon blanc from Leyda. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 94
CARMEN SYRAH VALLE DECOLCHAGUA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This is so polished and very fine with pretty aromas of black fruit and dried flowers. Medium to fullbody, lovely texture. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
CASA BAUZÁ VALLE DEMAIPO BLEND
TASTING NOTES
This is a red with a wonderful density and finesse with compressed ripe tannins that give the wineenergy and length. Full body. Very persistent and intriguing. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
CASAS DEL BOSQUESYRAH VALLE DECASABLANCA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This is fantastic with blackberry, licorice and dried meat aromas and flavors. Full body, very finetannins and a long and flavorful finish. Bright acidity and energy. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
CASAS DEL BOSQUE VALLEDE MAIPO GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This is like a top Napa cabernet with full body, dusty tannins plus chocolate, bark, and black currant.Very long and rich. Racy and beautiful. Will age beautifully. Believe the wine at this price. Drink orhold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Maule
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
CLOS DES FOUSCAUQUENES CAUQUENINAVIÑAS VIEJAS
TASTING NOTES
A fascinating handmade wine with so much earth and spice aromas and flavors. Full body, lighttannins and a rich and flavorful finish. So much going on here. Made from bought grapes from smallgrowers mostly in the Caquenes region. Old head pruned vines. Pais, cinsult, carignan, malbec,syrah, portugais bleu. Soulful. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
CONCHA Y TOROCABERNET SAUVIGNONPIRQUE VALLE DE MAIPOBLOCK LAS TERRAZAS
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of currant and flower leaf aromas. Hints of black currant too. Full body, dense and tight withbeautiful tannin tension and bright citrusy acidity. Shows length and beauty. Serious cabernet. Betterin 2020.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
CONCHA Y TOROCARMENERE PEUMOCARMÍN DE PEUMO
TASTING NOTES
A spicy and juicy red with plenty of dried fruit and cream character on the nose but transforms onthe palate. Full body, round tannins and turns dry and fruity with air. Lots of blueberry andblackberry. Fascinating. Needs decanting. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Loncomilla
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 94
CREMATTI FURLOTTICHARDONNAY VALLE DELONCOMILLA SINGLEVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A beautiful and transparent white with sliced apple, light caramel, light toasted oak and cookedapricot. Full to medium body. Flavorful finish. Gorgeous. Very serious. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 94
ERRÁZURIZ PINOT NOIRACONCAGUA COSTA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of oyster shell and iodine with strawberry and blood oranges follow through to medium tofull body, plus firm and silky tannins. Hints of almonds and salt. Extremely long finish. Excellentvalue for the quality. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
GARAGE WINE COCABERNET FRANC VALLEDE MAULE LOT #52
TASTING NOTES
A solid and structured red with velvety and firm tannins. Full body. Fresh and bright finish. Lots ofclove and cinnamon. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
GARCIA SCHWADERERVALLE DE ITATA BRAVADO
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and clean wine with blackberry and blueberry aromas and flavor. Medium body, brightacidity and a long and pretty finish. Carignan, petit verdot, syrah, carmenere, grenache andmourvedre. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
INSTINTO VALLE DE MAULEINSTINTO DE MAULE
TASTING NOTES
This is a pretty red with real old wine character of dark fruit, wet earth and fresh herbs. Fullbodiedand intense with beautiful and length. So much going on here. An old fine wine with vibrance. Ablend of 55% cabernet sauvignon, 20% carmenere, 15% syrah and 10% petit verdot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 94
KINGSTON FAMILYVINEYARDS SYRAH VALLEDE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
A wine with density and reserved character. Full to medium body, fine tannins and a silky finish.Shows stone and berry flavors yet has hazelnut and light cedar undertones. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
LAPOSTOLLE CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA CUVÉEALEXANDRE
TASTING NOTES
Deep and dense yet agile and fine. Full body, blueberry and black currant character, and aseamless silky finish. Gorgeous pure cabernet sauvignon. Biodynamically grown grapes. Drink orhold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
MATETIC CHARDONNAYSAN ANTONIO EQ
TASTING NOTES
This is crazy excellent with dense fruit and super texture yet it remains very bright and agile. Full tomedium body, light apple, stone, and light straw. Love the length. 80% used oak. Touch of malo.Drink now. Made from biodynamic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
MATETIC SYRAH VALLE DESAN ANTONIO EQ
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of spice, blackberry and walnut aromas and flavors. Full body, very fine tannins with loadsof subtle and complex flavors from pure blueberry to spices and meat. Drink now. Made frombiodynamic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 94
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍCHARDONNAY VALLE DELIMARÍ RESERVA ESPECIAL
TASTING NOTES
This is so intense with dried lemon and apple character plus oyster shell and salt undertones. Fullbody, fresh and bright finish. So intense. A single vineyard selection from Limari. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍSYRAH VALLE DE LIMARÍLAS ACACIAS
TASTING NOTES
Intense red with tar, blueberry, and chalk character. Full body, chewy tannins and a flavorful finish.This needs another year or two.
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SCORE 94
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍSYRAH VALLE DE LIMARÍRESERVA ESPECIAL
TASTING NOTES
Wow. This is really intense with dark fruit, stone, concrete, and walnut skin. Full body, velvetytannins and a long and flavorful finish. This is a very serious syrah with form and length. Drink orhold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 94
MONTES PINOT NOIRACONCAGUA COSTAMONTES ALPHA
TASTING NOTES
This is an awesome pinot noir with blue fruits, subtle spices, light chocolate and flowers. Layeredand gorgeous. A fantastic wine now but better in 2018.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 94
MONTES VALLE DECOLCHAGUA TAITA
TASTING NOTES
A more fullthrottle style with plum, coffee, hints of wood and spices. Full body, juicy and rich. Verylong maturation in 100% new wood. 24 months. 85% cabernet sauvignon and 15% syrah. Drink orhold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
POLKURA SYRAHMARCHIGUE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA
TASTING NOTES
A syrah with beautiful fruit, spice and hints of dried meat. Medium to full body, fine tannins and along and flavorful finish. Real syrah. Delicious bottle all around. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 94
RITUAL SYRAH VALLE DECASABLANCA ALCAPARRALBLOCK
TASTING NOTES
The aromas here are transparent with spice, fresh herb and dark berry character. Full to mediumbody, very refined yet reserved and edgy. Granite, dark fruit aftertaste. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
SAN PEDRO VALLE DECACHAPOAL ALTAIR
TASTING NOTES
I love the aromas of fresh mint and spearmint with currant and dried fruits. Always fresh and bright.Full body, silky and polished tannins. Savory and beautiful. Very attractive contrast of delicatevelvety tannins and a bright finish. Drink now. 93% cabernet sauvignon, 5% cabernet franc and 2%syrah. Most ever.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 94
SANTA CAROLINACARMENERE PEUMOHERENCIA
TASTING NOTES
This is a carmenere with licorice and blackberry character. Full body, firm tannins and beautiful fruit.So polished and sexy. One of the best carmeneres out there. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 94
VIÑA MAIPO BUIN VALLE DEMAIPO ALTO TAJAMAR
TASTING NOTES
Fantastic aromas of grilled meat, bramble berry, and orange peel. Full body to medium body, verypretty texture of ripe yet balanced tannins and a fresh finish. Only 100 cases made of the gorgeoussingle vineyard wine from the region of Maipo. Aging beautifully. A blend of syrah and cabernet.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
VIÑA MAIPO BUIN VALLE DEMAIPO ALTO TAJAMAR
TASTING NOTES
Very ripe style yet maintains a blueberry and blackberry style with black licorice undertones. Fullbody, lots of fruit and loads of new wood. Needs a few years to come together. Try in 2018.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 94
VIÑA MAIPO SYRAH VALLEDE MAIPO LIMITED EDITIONHAND PICKED
TASTING NOTES
Subtle yet decadent syrah with dried lemon, orange and dried meat character as well as rich fruit.Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Classy syrah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 94
VIÑA TARAPACÁ VALLE DEMAIPO ETIQUETA AZUL
TASTING NOTES
A stylish red with subtle and complex aromas and flavors of spice, meat, berry and bark. Full body,bright and fresh. Shows tension and beauty. Fascinating. This is a blend of 50% cabernetsauvignon, 30% cabernet franc and 20% syrah.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2009
SCORE 94
VIÑEDO CHADWICKCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of ripe fruit, plum and tea leaf. Hotter year. Full body, round and velvety tannins and asavory and rich finish. Fruitforward. Needs another two or three years but delicious now.
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SCORE 94
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 94
VIÑEDOS LO ABARCA SANANTONIO NO 3
TASTING NOTES
This is such a cool grenachebased red with dried strawberry and lemon rind. Medium to full body,fine and silky tannins and a long and bright finish. Wonderful length. A blend of 51% granacha and49% syrah. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
ALCHEMY SYRAH VALLE DECACHAPOAL
TASTING NOTES
Really cool blackberry, whole berry character with flowers. Ink too. Full body, velvety tannins and arich and fruity finish. All handmade. Beautiful fruit. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
ALTAMANA MALBEC VALLEDE MAULE SINGLEVINEYARD CONSTANZA
TASTING NOTES
An impressive concentration for a Chilean malbec with lots of stone and dark fruit character plusorange peel undertones. Yet remains linear and fresh. Medium to full body, crisp finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
ARBOLEDA CHARDONNAYACONCAGUA COSTA
TASTING NOTES
A chardonnay that shows sliced apple and pear aromas with hints of stone and mineral. Medium tofull body, lively and very intense with bright acidity and lemon rind. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
ARBOLEDA SAUVIGNONBLANC ACONCAGUACOSTA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of dried lemon and apple with fennel. Full body, bright and creamy acidity. Fresh and verylong. Stone. Lasts very, very long. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
BOWINES CARIGNAN VALLEDE MAULE CARAE
TASTING NOTES
This is an excellent carignan and may convert you from syrahbased wines. Medium to full body,meat and berry character and a long and intense finish. Yes. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
CALITERRA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA EDICIÓNLIMITADA M
TASTING NOTES
Fascinating aromas of honeysuckle and dark fruit such as raspberry and blackberry. Medium to fullbody, very fine tannins and a savory, citrusy finish. "Drink me" style of wine. The small percentage ofwhite in this Mediterranean blend makes it special. A blend of mostly syrah and carignan with atouch of sangiovese, roussanne and viognier.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 93
CANEPA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO MAGINIFICUM
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blueberry, blackberry and walnut follow through to a medium body, firm and silky tanninsand a fruity and delicious finish. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
CASA BAUZÁ CARMENEREVALLE DE MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
A pretty carmenere red with fresh flowers and dark fruits. Medium to full body, dark chocolate, darkfruits and black mushroom. Black olives too. Excellent. It will change your idea about the grape.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
CASA MARIN SAUVIGNONBLANC SAN ANTONIOCIPRESES VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
This is a sauvignon blanc with weight and character with loads of gunpowder and flint undertones.Full body, velvety texture and a long and flavorful finish. Love the mouthfeel to this. Screw cap.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
CASAS DEL BOSQUE PINOTNOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A dense and rich pinot with dried strawberry and raspberry character. Bright acidity. Full body, somuch great fruit. Tight and beautiful. Needs two to three years to soften.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
CASAS DEL BOSQUE VALLEDE CASABLANCAPEQUEÑASPRODUCCIONES
TASTING NOTES
A rich and dense red with dried dark fruits such as blackberry and hints of strawberry. Full body,polished and firm tannins. So long and very intense. Need two or three years to soften. 300 casesmade.
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VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 93
CASAS DEL BOSQUE VALLEDE MAIPO GRAN BOSQUE
TASTING NOTES
A dense and rich red with plum and raspberry aromas and flavors. Full body, dense and ripe fruit.Dried fruits too. Needs two or three years to soften. Single vineyard selection. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
CATRALA VALLE DECASABLANCA GRANDRESERVE
TASTING NOTES
A dense and very fruity white with sliced mango and pineapple aromas and flavors. Full andflavorful. Bright acidity. A fun tension of ripe fruit and intensity. Excellent phenolic tension. Madefrom biodynamic grapes. Very low sulfur levels. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
CLOS DES FOUSCABERNET SAUVIGNONALTO CACHAPOAL WÜRM
TASTING NOTES
A rich and silky red with dried berry and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, juicyand fruity. Hints of chocolate and spice. Racy and pretty. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Sud
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
CLOS DES FOUS VALLE DEMALLECO TRAIGUÉNLATUFFA
TASTING NOTES
A rich and spicy wine with dried fruits, pepper and leather. Medium to full body, velvety tannins, hintsof toasted oak and a flavorful finish. Intense and very long. Muscular. Drink now but better in 2017or 2018.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
CONCHA Y TOROCABERNET SAUVIGNONPIRQUE CASILLERO DELDIABLO LEYENDA
TASTING NOTES
A very aromatic red with fresh basil, tea and currant. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a tangyand crisp finish. Aged first in small barrel for 8 months (35% new) and then large Gamba casks for12 months. Gives the wine light austerity and definition. This is a new small production wine fromthe big brand 500 cases. Drink now.
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CONCHA Y TOROCARMENERE PEUMOTERRUNYO ENTRECORDILLERAS LOT NO. 1
TASTING NOTES
This is a very focused and precise carmenere with blueberry and fresh herb aromas and flavors.Full to medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Stone and tar character. Citrus undertones.Only 2,400 bottles made. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
DE MARTINO MOSCATELDE ALEJANDRÍA VALLE DEITATA VIEJAS TINAJAS
TASTING NOTES
Extremely perfumed with orange blossom and dried lemon. Full body, dry and fruity. Hints of spice.Fruity finish. This is really different with muscat amphore fermented and aged. Six months with theskins and six without. 3,600 bottles. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
DE MARTINO VALLE DECACHAPOAL SINGLEVINEYARD LAS CRUCES
TASTING NOTES
A spicy and juicy red with blueberry and shaved chocolate. Medium to full body, silky tannins and afresh finish. A blend of mostly malbec with carmenere. Creamy and citrusy. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
DE MARTINO VALLE DEMAULE LIMÁVIDA
TASTING NOTES
A field blend of mostly malbec with some cab, merlot and carmenere. All cofermented. Full body,soft and velvety tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
EL PERSEGUIDOR MALBECBIO BIO TERROIR SONORO
TASTING NOTES
A crazy malbec with a vivid nose reminiscent of rosemary with some balsamic notes and terracottacharacter. The palate here is less intense than its Tartufo counterpart but has more focus andconcentration. Medium to fullbodied. Made from old vine malbec. The winemaker, also a musician,improvised a jazz tune in the vineyard which was then played weekly with surgical speakersthroughout the aging. El Perseguidor, the wine's name, pays tribute to Julio Cortazar's iconic shortnovel based on Charlie Parker. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
EL PRINCIPAL VALLE DEMAIPO ANDES ANDETELMO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blackberry, walnut, flower and oyster shell. Orange peel as well. Medium to full body, witha center palate of blueberry and raspberry jam. Fresh finish. 87% cabernet sauvignon, 9% petitverdot and 4% cabernet franc.
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COUNTRY Chile
EL PRINCIPAL VALLE DEMAIPO ANDES ANDETELMO
TASTING NOTES
Extremely attractive cabernet sauvignonbased red with red currant, berry and dark chocolate
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
aromas and flavors. Full to medium body, silky tannins and a tangy finish with citrus character onthe finish. 93% cabernet sauvignon and 7% petit verdot. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
EL PRINCIPAL VALLE DEMAIPO MEMORIAS
TASTING NOTES
A more structured Memorias with blueberry, currant and blackberry character plus hints ofchocolate. Full to medium body, firm and lightly chewy tannins. Fresh finish. Better in 2018.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
EMILIANA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA COYAM
TASTING NOTES
A spicy and rich red with chocolate and walnut character packaged with ripe fruit. Full body, roundtannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now or hold. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. A blendof 39% syrah, 32% carmenere, 17% merlot, 9% cabernet sauvignon, 2% mourvedre and 1%malbec.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 93
ERASMO VALLE DE MAULE TASTING NOTES
A beautiful red with plum, currant and floral aromas and flavors. Medium body, very fine tannins anda long and preexistent finish. Such depth and subtlety. Harmonious. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
ERRÁZURIZ CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEACONCAGUA ACONCAGUAALTO
TASTING NOTES
A wine made from a selection of older vines delivering depth and finesse in a compressed andrefined palate profile. Medium to full body, lovely currant and lavender undertone. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2007
SCORE 93
ERRÁZURIZ CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEACONCAGUA DONMAXIMIANO
TASTING NOTES
Lots of mint, spearmint, and dark currant aromas follow through to a full body, fine tannins and arefined, pretty finish. Holding on very well. A blend of 83% cabernet sauvignon, 10% cabernet francand 7% petit verdot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
ERRÁZURIZ SAUVIGNONBLANC ACONCAGUACOSTA
TASTING NOTES
The aromas of flint and stone are impressive with fresh citrus character. Full body, rich and flavorfulwith a wonderful finish. Very intense acidity at the finish. Flinty aftertaste. Subtle and captivating.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
ERRÁZURIZ SYRAHACONCAGUA COSTA
TASTING NOTES
I like the blackberry, black chocolate and dried meat character on the nose and palate. Flower too.Full body, agile and intense with spice and fresh fruit aftertaste. Very lively and beautiful. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
GARCES SILVA SYRAHVALLE DE LEYDA AMAYNA
TASTING NOTES
This shows lots of black olives with dark currants and black pepper. Bacon too. The palate is slickand juicy but maintains a sense of restraint that concludes with a prolonged and flavorful finish.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Maule
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 93
GILLMORE CABERNETFRANC VALLE DELONCOMILLA HACEDOR DEMUNDOS OLD VINES
TASTING NOTES
A classy and complex cabernet franc with dried berry, orange peel and spice. Full body, velvetytannins and an vibrant finish. Citrusy acidity. Ripe fruit aftertaste with spice undertone. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
HACIENDA ARAUCANOCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE LOLOL GRANARAUCANO
TASTING NOTES
This shows such finesse and beauty with licorice and black currant. Medium to full body, ultrafinetannins and a gorgeous finish. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
HACIENDA ARAUCANOCARMENERE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA ALKA
TASTING NOTES
This is very fine textured with hints of chocolate, fresh herb and currant aromas and flavors. Mediumto full body, very fine tannins and a pretty finish. Drink now or hold.
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HOUSE VALLE DECACHAPOAL EL GRANPETIT
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
PETIT Aromas of blackberry, blueberry and stone. Medium body, tar, berry and cloves. Pretty aftertaste oflavender, violet and other flowers. Fascinating. A blend of petite sirah and petit verdot. Part of thehouse wine project for Morande when different winemakers got together and made their own wines just one concrete egg.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Coquimbo
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
INSTINTO VALLE DEL ELQUIINSITINTO DEL ELQUI
TASTING NOTES
Here is a wine with dried flowers, fresh fruit and stones. It is so bright and intense. Medium to fullbody. Shows wonderful depth and intensity. Long and beautiful. Drink now. A blend of 85% syrah,11% petite sirah and 4% moscatel rosado. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
KINGSTON FAMILYVINEYARDS SYRAH VALLEDE CASABLANCA LUCERO
TASTING NOTES
A pretty red with blackberry and licorice character. Crushed black pepper. Full to medium body,peppery finish and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
LAURA HARTWIGCABERNET FRANC VALLEDE COLCHAGUASELECCIÓN DELVITICULTOR
TASTING NOTES
First time I have tasted this and it shows such balance and beauty. One of the best cabernet franc'sin Chile now. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Shows tension andfocus. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
LAURA HARTWIGCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE COLCHAGUASELECCIÓN DELVITICULTOR
TASTING NOTES
A very subtle and aromatic cabernet sauvignon with blackberry and blueberry aromas. Mediumbody, super refined tannins and a clean and focused finish. Beautiful balance. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
LEYDA SYRAH VALLE DELEYDA SINGLE VINEYARDCANELO
TASTING NOTES
A wine with spice, dried herb and dark berry. Tea and plum. Full body, firm and fresh tannins. Crispand lively. Lots of iron and red rock. Plenty of character and freshness. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
LOS VASCOS CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA LE DIX DELOS VASCOS
TASTING NOTES
This is the top wine of Los Vascos with currant, wet earth, and dried mushroom. Medium to fullbody, very fine and silky tannins and a pretty, chewy finish. It shows austerity with finesse andseriousness. Beautiful now but needs at least two or three years to come completely together. Ablend of 90% cabernet sauvignon, 5% syrah and 5% cabernet franc. Decant now to drink.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
MATETIC PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCA EQ
TASTING NOTES
Very bright and flamboyant aromas of crushed raspberry and blueberry. Hints of spice. Medium tofull body, fine tannins and a fruity, savory character. Whole berry and 25% stems in fermentationand maceration. Fruitforward in a subtle way. Drink now. Made from biodynamic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
MATETIC SYRAH VALLE DESAN ANTONIO CORRALILLO
TASTING NOTES
A very subtle purity to this with blueberry, blackberry and violet. Medium to full body, very finetannins and a beautiful finish. Refined syrah. Drink now. Made from biodynamic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
MATETIC VALLE DE SANANTONIO CORRALILLOWINEMAKER'S BLEND
TASTING NOTES
Here is a wine that delivers very silky tannins and freshness with lots of berry and cherry character;very velvety tannins yet always firm and agile. Bright and clean. A blend of syrah, malbec andcabernet franc. Made from biodynamic grapes. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
MONTES CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA ALPHA
TASTING NOTES
Real cabernet character with sweet tobacco, currant and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium tofull body, silky tannins and a long finish. Fantastic quality for the money. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
MONTES PINOT NOIRACONCAGUA COSTAMONTES ALPHA
TASTING NOTES
A gorgeous pinot noir with dried strawberry and lemon character. Full to medium body, fine tanninsand a fresh and bright finish. Sonoma Coast beater! Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
MONTES SYRAH VALLE DECOLCHAGUA ALPHA
TASTING NOTES
Amazing aromas of tea leaf, blueberry, flint and light spice. Full body, fresh and very clean, yetfinishes delicate and crisp. Complex flavors of hazelnut, chocolate and meat.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
MONTSECANO PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCAREFUGIO
TASTING NOTES
Cedar, strawberry, flower, light iodine, and oyster shell. Medium to full body, silk tannins and a juicyfinish. Shows soul. From Alsace's Andrew Ostertag and Julio Donoso. Drink now. Made frombiodynamic grown grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
MORANDÉ CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE EDICIÓNLIMITADA OLVIDADO DELMAULE
TASTING NOTES
This shows a soulful earthy character with ripe fruit such as dried strawberry and plum. Full body,fine tannins and a silky finish. Excellent carignan. Shows what Chile is doing here with cairgnan. 65yearold ungrafted vines. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
MORANDÉ PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCAGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Hints of dark berry and plum aromas with walnut and flowers. Wonderful soft and silky tannins withround and polished tannins and an ultrafresh finish. Fantastic quality for the money. Competes withpinot noirs outside of Chile for twice or three times the price. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
MORANDÉ VALLE DEMAULE EDICIÓN LIMITADABLACK
TASTING NOTES
Dried blackberry, tar and floral aromas. Medium to full body, lightly chew tannins and a citrus finish.Tangy undertone. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
NEYEN DE APALTA MALBECVALLE DE COLCHAGUA
TASTING NOTES
A refined and fresh malbec on the nose and palate. Medium to light body, light spice and hazelnutaftertaste. Total finesse in a malbec. Drink now.
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SCORE 93
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Maule
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
ODFJELL CARIGNANCAUQUENES ORZADA
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of dark fruit with blueberry and lemon rind aromas that follow through to a rich and flavorfulfinish. Lots of character and intensity here. From organic grapes. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 93
ODFJELL VALLE DELONTUE ALIARA
TASTING NOTES
Ripe style with dried dark fruits and spices. Full body, velvety tannins and a fresh finish. Stylish red.Drink now. From organic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 93
PÉREZ CRUZ VALLE DEMAIPO QUELEN
TASTING NOTES
Gorgeous red with blackberry, black currant and dried tobacco. Full body, solid core of ripe tanninsand a vertical, long finish of fruit and earth character. A blend of petit verdot with carmenere. Betterin 2018.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
POLKURA SYRAHMARCHIGUE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA GSM + T
TASTING NOTES
Always a cool wine with plum, dark fruit and orange rind. Medium to full body, silky tannins and afresh finish. Polished texture. GSM plus tempranillo. 150 cases made. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
QUINTAY PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCAGRAND RESERVE
TASTING NOTES
A serious pinot noir with cedar, strawberry and tea aromas and flavors. Medium body, pretty softtexture and a lingering finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
RITUAL CHARDONNAYVALLE DE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
A bright and stoney chardonnay with clarity and beauty. Full body, bright and tangy acidity with limeand green pineapple character. Vertical tension to this. Long and flavorful finish. Drink now. Screwcap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
RITUAL MERLOT VALLE DECASABLANCA ARROYOBLOCK
TASTING NOTES
Violets and light walnut with hints of chocolate on the nose. Full to medium body, lightly angulartannins, very long finish. Needs a year or two to come together. Exciting future for this wine andmerlot in Chile.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 93
RITUAL PINOT NOIR VALLEDE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
A pinot noir with beautiful strawberry and plum aromas and flavors. Full body, fine tannins and aprecise ripe fruit and fresh character. Complex with light chocolate, walnut and berry aftertaste.Show a little more ripeness than 2014. Drink now. Made from biodynamic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Coquimbo
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
SAN PEDRO SYRAH VALLEDE ELQUI KANKANA DELELQUI
TASTING NOTES
A ripe and intense syrah from Elqui with a beautiful nose exhibiting licorice with bacon and someviolets too. This is dense and concentrated with lots of energy, decadent elegance and a long andpersistent finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
SAN PEDRO VALLE DECACHAPOAL GRANDESVINOS CABO DEL HORNOS
TASTING NOTES
A ripe and rich red with lots of chocolate, hazelnut and walnut. Dark fruits such as blackberry. Fullbody, silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Very pretty. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
SANTA EMA CABERNETSAUVIGNON ALTO MAIPOAMPLUS
TASTING NOTES
A curious wine with lots of fruit character such as blueberry and blackberry; stone and spice too.Full body, very intense, giving a very fruit style, but turns bright and salty. Better in 2019 but alreadyexcellent to taste.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
SANTA EMA CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE AMPLUSOLD VINE
TASTING NOTES
A cool wine with slate, stone, dried blackberry and cherries. Full body, silky tannins and savory anddelicious finish. Such a pleasing and interesting wine.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
SANTA EMA CARMENEREVALLE DE CACHAPOALPEUMO AMPLUS
TASTING NOTES
A delicious dry carmnere with fresh herb and dark fruits. Hints of bark. Full to medium body,blackberry and blueberry character. Got it. Carmenere, syrah, and carignan. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
SANTA RITA PINOT NOIRVALLE DE LEYDAFLORESTA
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of wet earth, dried strawberry and spice aromas follow through to a full body, lots of ripe fruitand a intense citrus, cedar and dried meat undertone at the finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 1998
SCORE 93
SEÑA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
Drinking beautifully now with tobacco, cedar and plum character. Leather. Medium to full body,velvety tannins and a delicious finish. A blend of 90% cabernet sauvignon, 5% carmenere and 5%merlot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2004
SCORE 93
SEÑA VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
A more dense and chewy red with full body, angular tannins and a flavorful finish. Full body, juicyfruit. Sweeter and leafy in the finish. A blend of 51% cabernet sauvignon, 35% merlot, 6%carmenere, 5% cabernet franc and 3% petit verdot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 93
STARRY NIGHT SYRAHVALLE DE MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
This shows such beautiful fruit and spice character with hints of rose petal. Medium to full body,flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 93
UNDURRAGA CABERNETSAUVIGNON CAUQUENESVALLE DE MAULE TERROIRHUNTER
TASTING NOTES
Loads of blackberry, black currant and dried flowers on the nose. Full body, velvety tannins, verypretty blueberry fruit and a mineral aftertaste. Drink now.
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SCORE 93
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 93
VIÑA CASABLANCA SYRAHVALLE DE CASABLANCANIMBUS
TASTING NOTES
Love the meat, black pepper and blackberry aromas and flavors here. Medium to full body, silkytannins and a flavorful finish. Real syrah here. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 93
VIÑA MAIPO BUIN VALLE DEMAIPO ALTO TAJAMAR
TASTING NOTES
This is very fruity with lots spice and dried meat undertones. Full body, velvety tannins and a longand flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
VIÑA MAIPO VALLE DEMAULE GRAN DEVOCIÓN
TASTING NOTES
Shows a lovely density of fruit with blackberry, dark chocolate and spice aromas and flavors. Full tomedium body, fine tannins and a flavorful finish. A fruitforward red that shows form and tension. Ablend of syrah with petite sirah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 93
VIÑA TARAPACÁ CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO GRAN RESERVAETIQUETA NEGRA
TASTING NOTES
This is a cabernet that shows impressive richness and depth. Black olive and dried tobacco. Hints ofherbs such as spearmint. Classic Maipo cabernet. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
3MONOS VALLE DE MAULE TASTING NOTES
A linear and fruity wine with dried fruit, blackberry and blueberry. Medium body, fine tannins and afresh finish. Shows style and drinkability. Why wait?
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ALCANCE GRAN RESERVAVALLE DE MAULE GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Sweet tea, spice and blackberry aromas follow through to full body, round tannins and a juicy finish.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
ALCHEMY CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECACHAPOAL
TASTING NOTES
A bright and plummy red with chocolate and plum aromas and flavors. Medium body, fine tanninsand a fruity finish. 300 cases. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ALCHEMY CARMENEREVALLE DE CACHAPOAL
TASTING NOTES
Lots of ripe fruit with tar and blueberry character. Medium to full body. Juicy finish. Coolinterpretation of carmenere. 400 cases. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ALCHEMY VALLE DECACHAPOAL GRANDCUVÉE
TASTING NOTES
Very floral and fresh with dark fruit and citrus undertones. Medium body, crisp and delicious. 500cases. Blend of cabernet, carmenere, syrah and malbec.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ALCHEMY VALLE DECACHAPOAL PARRÓNE
TASTING NOTES
This is a stylish small production malbec with dried berry, chocolate and spice. Medium to full body.Fine tannins. 75 cases. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ALTAMANA MALBEC VALLEDE ITATA SINGLE VINEYARDCATALINA
TASTING NOTES
Soft and silky with blackberry, walnut and blueberry character. Medium body, subtle finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ALTAMANA VALLE DEMAULE
TASTING NOTES
A subtle and fruity red with chocolate, berry, spice and orange peel aromas and flavors. Full tomedium body, juicy finish. Rose petal. Delicate aftertaste. Pretty interpretation of malbec.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
ANTIYAL VALLE DE MAIPOVIÑEDO ESCORIAL
TASTING NOTES
Blackberry, sweet tobacco and dried dark chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, finetannins and fresh finish. Racy and pretty. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
APALTAGUA VALLE DE SANANTONIO COLECCIÓN
TASTING NOTES
A solid white Rhone blend with dried apple, pineapple and Sicilian lemon. Full body, bright acidityand a long and flavorful finish. So intense. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ARBOLEDA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
This is a pretty coastal cabernet with flower and black currant aromas and flavors. Medium to fullbody, very fine tannins and a crisp finish. Elegant style. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ARBOLEDA CARMENEREVALLE DE ACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
A solid carmenere with dried blackberry, sweet herb, and stone aromas. Full body, firm and silkytannins and a fruity finish. Hints of chocolate. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
ARBOLEDA PINOT NOIRACONCAGUA COSTA
TASTING NOTES
Very pretty pure fruit with sliced lemon and strawberry aromas and flavors. Medium body, tangyacidity and and cedar, light cocoa and dried berry aftertaste. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ARESTI CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA RESERVASPECIAL RELEASE
TASTING NOTES
Very pretty aromas of dried blackberries, blueberries, and dried flowers. Medium body, lovely textureof ripe tannins and a fruity and bright finish. Fine tannins. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
ARESTI CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA TRISQUEL
TASTING NOTES
A bounty of blueberry, black currant and fresh herb aromas that follow through to a full body, velvetytannins and a subtle, fruity finish. I like the interplay of currant and lightly toasted oak here. Drinknow or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
ARISTOS CHILE BARÓN D'A TASTING NOTES
Extremely rich and decadent with so much white truffle, ripe fruit and intensity. This is a blend ofpetite sirah, cabernet sauvignon and merlot. Full body, very velvety tannins and a gorgeous finish.Second wine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
ARISTOS CHILE DUQUE D"A TASTING NOTES
A fullthrottle style with loads of ripe fruit and intensity. Lots of dried fruit and chewy tannins. A littlehigh in alcohol. Reminds me of Napa cabs from the late 1990s. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 92
BOTALCURA VALLECENTRAL CAYAO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of mint, spice, blackberry and stone follow through to a medium to full body, integratedtannins and a vertical line of fruit and acidity. All together. Always fresh. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
BOTALCURA VALLECENTRAL EL DELIRIORESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Beautiful aromas of blackberry, black currant and hints of spearmint. Full to medium body, finetannins and a pretty finish. Shows balance and focus. A blend of carmenere and merlot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CALITERRA CHARDONNAYVALLE DE CASABLANCATRIBUTO
TASTING NOTES
A bright and linear chardonnay that reminds me of fine Chablis. Sliced lemon, melon and apple.Linear and focused. Medium body. Crisp acidity. Screw cap. Drink now.
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CALITERRA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA EDICIÓN
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
COLCHAGUA EDICIÓNLIMITADA A
Very spicy and pretty wine with blackberry and iron aromas that follow through to a full body withjuicy and rich flavors. Lots of dried fruits such as figs. A blend of 59% malbec with 41% carmenere.Bright citrusy finish. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CALITERRA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA TRIBUTOWINERY 20THANNIVERSARY
TASTING NOTES
Pure malbec that shows balance and lovely creamy texture. Lots of citrus. Medium to full body,bright fruit and a minerally finish. Iron and blood orange undertones. Single vineyard from thehillside from Colchagua. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
CALYPTRA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DECACHAPOAL GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Serious sauvignon with lemon rind, salt and oyster shell flavors that deliver lots of tension in thewine. Medium body, fresh acidity. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 92
CALYPTRA SAUVIGNONBLANCO VALLE DECACHAPOAL SOLVITA
TASTING NOTES
Expressive late harvest sauvignon with dried apricot, peach and orange. Full body, medium sweetand a lively finish. Very cool. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
CALYPTRA VALLE DECACHAPOAL ASSEMBLAGEGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A very rich and structured red with mint, chocolate, plum and spice aromas and flavors. Full body.Give it one or two years to soften.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CANEPA CABERNETSAUVIGNON CHILEFAMIGLIA
TASTING NOTES
A solid red with black currant, light hints of jam, and vanilla. Medium to full body, fine tannins and aclean finish. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CASA MARINGEWURTZTRAMINER SANANTONIO CASONAVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Lots of spice, dried pineapple and peach aromas follow through to medium to full body, round palateand a walnut and subtle clove finish. Quince character is strong. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
CASA MARIN PINOT NOIRSAN ANTONIO LO ABARCAHILLS
TASTING NOTES
A real depth and intensity to this pinot noir with cherry and strawberry character, light spice and hitsof coca. Full to medium body, very fine tannins and a fresh, bright, persistent finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2009
SCORE 92
CASA MARIN RIESLING SANANTONIO MIRAMARVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A fun wine with pine needle, quince character and lemon rind undertones. Medium body, solid coreof fruit and a fresh finish. Plenty of fruit.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CASA MARIN SAUVIGNONBLANC SAN ANTONIOCARTAGENA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of peaches and sliced apples. Pears too. Full body, rich and flavorful. Lovely texture. Enjoy.Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CASA MARIN SAUVIGNONGRIS SAN ANTONIOESTERO VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Lots of dried apricot and citrus fruit on the nose. Full body, dense palate and a bright and flavorfulfinish. Love the acid, fruit balance to this. Not many pure sauvignon gris bottled in Chile. Try it. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
CASAS DEL BOSQUECHARDONNAY VALLE DECASABLANCA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A more linear white with melon, sliced apple and lemon rind. Medium to full body, fresh acidity and aclean and fresh finish. Tight grained and focused fruit. Drink now.
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REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CASAS DEL BOSQUE PINOTNOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A flavorful red with dried strawberry and lemon. Medium to full body, lovely tannin tension withplenty of fruit. Real pinot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CASAS DEL BOSQUERIESLING VALLE DECASABLANCA LATEHARVEST
TASTING NOTES
A very pretty late harvest riesling with dried pineapple, pear, and pie crust character. Some apricot.Medium body, medium sweet and a fruity finish. Lovely sweetness and acid balance. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CASAS DEL BOSQUESAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE CASABLANCAPEQUEÑASPRODUCCIONES
TASTING NOTES
A dense and flavorful sauvignon blanc with light tropical fruit, melon and stone aromas and flavors.Full body, bright acidity and a flavorful finish. Delicious. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CATRALA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DECASABLANCA LIMITEDEDITION
TASTING NOTES
A bright and fresh white with sliced apple, pear and stone character. Medium to full body, racyacidity. Minerally. Clear. Stylish. From biodynamically grown fruit. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Cachapoal
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CLOS DE LA LUZCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE RAPEL MASSAL1945
TASTING NOTES
A balanced and fragrant cabernet with dried flowers and black currants. The palate is balanced withpolished tannins and elegant fruit. Clean finish. Made from vines planted in 1945. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
CLOS DES FOUS ALTOCACHAPOAL GRILLOSCANTORES
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and stylish red with dark fruit and herbal aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, lighttannins and a flavorful finish. Pure cabernet sauvignon. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CLOS DES FOUSCHARDONNAY CHILETERROIR DE LOS ANDESLOCURA
TASTING NOTES
A bright and fruity chardonnay with hints of straw and stone. Medium to full body, sliced pear andlemon character. And a long and flavorful finish. No malo gives this a linear backbone andbrightness. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CLOS DES FOUS PINOTNOIR CHILE SUBSOLLUM
TASTING NOTES
Very ripe aromas of plum and dried fruits. Dried nuts too. Full body, very rich and velvety textured.Juicy and flavorful. Turns fresh and beautiful. A blend of pinots from different vineyards fromdifferent areas in Chile. Mostly Colchagua Costa. Really a second wine of all the single vineyardwines. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TORO BUINMARQUÉS DE CASACONCHA
TASTING NOTES
Lots of stone, tea leaf, blackberry and meat aromas follow through to a full body, black pepper and along, flavorful finish. Yet it's reserved and refined. Light coffee undertone. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TOROCABERNET SAUVIGNONMARCHIGUE SERIERIBERAS GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A refined and balanced red with blueberry and licorice aromas and flavors. Medium body. Finetannins and a pretty finish. Spicy. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
CONCHA Y TOROCABERNET SAUVIGNONPIRQUE VALLE DE MAIPOTERRUNYO PIRQUEVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A rich and silky red with lots of walnut, currant and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium body, finetannins and a rose petal and berry aftertaste. Firm. Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TOROCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO MARQUÉSDE CASA CONCHA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blueberry, stone and violet follow through to a medium body, fine tannins and a fresh anddry finish. Subtle texture. Shows tension. Serious style. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TOROCARMENERE PEUMOSERIE RIBERAS GRANRESERVA RIBERA DECACHAPOAL
TASTING NOTES
A complex and subtle carmenere with blackberry and blueberry aromas and flavors. Medium body,fine tannins and a bright finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TOROCARMENERE PEUMOTERRUNYO ENTRECORDILLERAS BLOCK 17
TASTING NOTES
Lots of flower and stone character with spice and berry undertones. Full body, fine silky tannins anda fresh finish. Turns to black pepper after the dried dark fruits. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TOROCARMENERE VALLE DEPEUMO MARQUÉS DECASA CONCHA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of walnuts, dried fruit and blackberry follow through to a full body, spicy and juicy fruit and arose petal and dark fruit aftertaste. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TOROCHARDONNAY VALLE DELIMARÍ MARQUÉS DE CASACONCHA
TASTING NOTES
A gorgeous chardonnay with hints of apple, chalk, cream and lemon character. Medium to full body,bright acidity and a flavorful finish. Light barrel aging, about 20% new, gives the wine complexity.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TOROSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE COLCHAGUA SERIERIBERAS GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This is a serious white with lemon rind, stone and lime character. Full body, bright fruit and a zestyacidity. High energy sauvignon. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Maule & Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TORO SECANOINTERIOR OLD VINES/DRYFARMED
TASTING NOTES
A bright and aromatic red with lemon, rose and cherry. Medium to light body. Lovely acidity grabsyour attention. Made with grapes that underwent partial carbonic maceration. This is from old vinepias (mission) and cinsault that are up to 100 years old. Serve slightly chilled. Really fun to drink.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TORO SYRAHSAN JAVIER SERIERIBERAS GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
An elegant and spicy syrah with a tight palate of ripe and compressed tannins. Medium body, freshacidity and a tangy finish. Plenty of dried meat, dark berry and lemon rind. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
CONCHA Y TORO SYRAHVALLE DE MAIPO GRAVASDEL MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
A spicy and rich syrah with lots of dried fruit character. Full to medium body, silky tannins, and turnsto raw meat, dark fruit, and tea leaf. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
CONO SUR CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO PIRQUE VIEJOESTATE 20 BARRELS
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of cool earth and blackberries follow through to a full body, firm and silky tannins and agorgeous finish. Fine and pretty. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
COUSIÑO-MACUL VALLE DEMAIPO FINIS TERRAE
TASTING NOTES
A solid red with currant and walnut aromas that follow through to a full body, chewy tannins and asavory finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot. Drink now.
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SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 92
COUSIÑO-MACUL VALLE DEMAIPO LOTA
TASTING NOTES
This shows an attractive coffee and dried fruit character on the nose and palate. Medium to fullbody, fine tannins and a savory finish. A blend of 70% cabernet sauvignon with 30% merlot. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
CREMASCHI FURLOTTICARIGNAN VALLE DEMAULE EDICIÓN LIMITADA
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and fruity red with hints of lemon rind and dark fruit. Medium body, bright finish. Hints of nutsand earth at the finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
DE MARTINO CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE OLDVINES DRY FARMED
TASTING NOTES
Very dense and silky carignan with lots of dark fruit such as blueberry and blackberry. Hints of dust.Medium to full body, silky tannins. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
DE MARTINO CINSAULTVALLE DE ITATA VIEJASTINAJAS
TASTING NOTES
An amphoramade cinsault with dried berry and hints of walnut. Medium to full body, soft tanninsand a juicy finish. The amphoras are 100 or more years old. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
DE MARTINO PINOT NOIRVALLE DE LIMARÍ LEGADORESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Aromatic red with dried pinot and flowers. Full body, round texture and a flavorful finish. Oily texture.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
DE MARTINO SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DECASABLANCA PARCELA 5
TASTING NOTES
A dense and flavorful sauvignon blanc with pretty depth and character. Lots of lemon rind, appleand kiwi flavors. Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
ECHEVERRIA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO FOUNDER'SRESERVE
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blackberry and black currant with hints of fresh mint and rosemary. Medium to full body,chewy tannins and a fresh finish. Bright and focused. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
EL PRINCIPAL VALLE DEMAIPO MEMORIAS
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of currants, light chocolate and mint follow through to a medium body, silky and fine tanninsand a delicate finish. Harmonious and delicious now. 73% cabernet sauvignon, 12% petit verdot,3% cabernet franc, 7% syrah and 5% carmenere.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
EL PRINCIPAL VERDEJOVALLE DE MAIPO ANDESKIÑE
TASTING NOTES
This is an excellent white and very seldom seen in Chile. Full to medium body, pleasing phenolictexture and lots of sliced lemon, pear and light salt. 200 cases made. Very unique. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
EMILIANA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO SIGNOS DE ORIGENLOS MORROS
TASTING NOTES
Pretty aromas of black currant and blackberry with hints of flowers. Medium body, very fine tanninsand a fresh and clean finish. Lovely length to this wine. Made from organic grapes. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
EMILIANA PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCANOVAS GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A firm and silky pinot with fine tannins, hints of cedar and ripe fruit. Medium body, flavorful finish.Drink now. Screw cap.
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EMILIANA PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCASIGNOS DE ORIGEN ELRINCON
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of dried strawberry and cherry aromas with hints of flowers. Medium body, firm and silkytannins and a crisp finish. Solid pinot noir. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
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REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
EMILIANA SYRAH VALLE DECASABLANCA SIGNOS DEORIGEN
TASTING NOTES
A Casablanca syrah with the characteristic aromas of dried meat and tapenade but with a pleasantfloral note of violets. The palate is fullbodied but shows finesse with soft tannins, focused fruit and aclean, precise finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
EMILIANA VALLE DECACHAPOAL NOVAS GRANRSERVA
TASTING NOTES
This is dense and structured with firm tannins and fresh acidity giving it form and brightness.Medium to full body, racy fruit and a fresh finish. A beauty. A blend of garnacha and syrah. Drink orhold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
EMILIANA VALLE DECASABLANCA SIGNOS DEORIGEN
TASTING NOTES
A white with pear, apple and lemon aromas and flavors. Full body, exotic and beautiful fruit withhints of green mango and papaya. A blend of chardonnay, viognier, marsanne and roussanne. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
EMILIANA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA NOVAS GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This shows lots of earthy, spice and ripe fruit character. Decadent undertones. Full body, velvetytannins and a savory finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon and carmenere. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
ERASMO VALLE DE MAULEBARBERA GARRNACHA
TASTING NOTES
A spicy and juicy red with dried berry and orange peel aromas and flavors. Medium body, lovelybackbone. This is always excellent. A blend of barbera and garnache. Organically grown grapes.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 1993
SCORE 92
SAUVIGNON VALLE DEACONCAGUA DONMAXIMIANO
A ripe and round red with plum and chocolate aromas and flavors. Mushroom. Medium to full body,velvety tannins and a savory finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ERRÁZURIZ CARMENEREVALLE DE ACONCAGUAACONCAGUA ALTO
TASTING NOTES
A spicy red with paprika and dark fruit character. Full body, ripe silky tannins and a fruity finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
ERRÁZURIZ CHARDONNAYACONCAGUA COSTA
TASTING NOTES
Linear and focused white with sliced pear and apple character. Medium to full body, honey, mineraland salty undertones. Steely and austere. Serious for the price. Fermented and aged in usedbarrels. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
ERRÁZURIZ CHARDONNAYVALLE DE ACONCAGUAMAX RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A vibrant white with flowers, dried lemon and lime. Medium body, intense fruit and a long, flavorfinish. Energetic white. A blend of grapes from Aconcagua as well as Casablanca and AconcaguaCosta. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ERRÁZURIZ SYRAH VALLEDE ACONCAGUA LACUMBRE
TASTING NOTES
Soft and rich syrah with chocolate, tea leaf and light vanilla aftertaste. Full body. Juicy finish. Blowsystyle. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ERRÁZURIZ VALLE DEACONCAGUA THE BLENDCOLLECTION RED
TASTING NOTES
A very pretty blend of 45% garnacha, 28% syrah; 15% mourvedre and 12% carignan. Delivers driedstrawberry, spice and bark following through to a full body, lovely fruit and a light tannin tension. Thegarnacha delivers the quality here. Citrusy acidity. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
FLAHERTY CAUQUENESVALLE DE MAULE
TASTING NOTES
Lots of blackberry and tile aromas follow through to a full to medium body, ultrafine tannin and juicyand savory finish. Beautiful fruit. Balance. Drink now. Only 120 cases made. A blend of tempranillo,petite sirah and a little pais.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
FLAHERTY VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
Very pretty and fresh with blueberry and currant aromas and flavors. Dried peach and berrycharacter. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. A blend of mostly syrah and cabernet with alittle tempranillo and petite sirah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
GARCES SILVA PINOT NOIRVALLE DE LEYDA AMAYNA
TASTING NOTES
This shows plenty of dark cherries with spices and clove. The palate is fullbodied and showsintensity yet it maintains balance and finesse throughout the finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
GARCIA SCHWADERERCARIGNAN VALLE DEMAULE VIGNO OLD VINESDRY FARMS
TASTING NOTES
A ripe and fruit red with blueberry and orange peel character. Full body and flavorful finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
GARCIA SCHWADERERCHILE FACUNDO
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and lively red with ripe fruit and citrusy acidity. Medium body, pretty and vivid finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
GARCIA SCHWADERERMOURVÉDRE VALLE DEITATA MOURVEDRE PIEDRALISA VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A wine with excellent blueberry and blackberry character. Full to medium body, fine tannins and alively finish. Happening. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
GARCIA SCHWADERERPETIT VERDOT VALLE DEITATA PETIT VERDOTPIEDRA LISA VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and wellcrafted red with blackberry, blueberry and spice character. Medium body, finetannins and a clean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
GARCIA SCHWADERERSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE CASABLANCA MARINA
TASTING NOTES
A tight and dense sauvignon with dried pear and apple character. Medium to full body, bright fruitand a clean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
GARCIA SCHWADERERVALLE DE MAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of white pepper, dried fruit and hots stones follow through to a medium to full body, finetannins and a tart finish. Lively wine.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Maule
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
GILLMORE CARIGNANVALLE DE LONCOMILLAMAULE MARIPOSA
TASTING NOTES
Very aromatic with dried fruit and hints of tar and asphalt. Medium body, bright acidity and a longand flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
GILLMORE CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE VIGNOOLD VINES DRY FARMED
TASTING NOTES
Fresh herb and dark berry aromas with hints of wet earth. Medium to full body, firm tannins and acrisp finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Maule
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
GILLMORE VALLE DELONCOMILLA HACEDOR DEMUNDOS MEZCLA DETINTOS
TASTING NOTES
A unique cabernet to understand with bark, sweet tobacco and dried mushroom. Medium to fullbody, round tannins and a focused fruit finish. Lots of earth. Unique. Cabernet, merlot and cabernetfranc. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Loncomilla
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
GILLMORE VALLE DELONCOMILLA MARIPOSA
TASTING NOTES
A red with dark fruits and orange peel character. Medium body, bright acidity and a tangy finish. Lotsof citrus character. Vibrant acidity. Merlot with some syrah and cabernet franc. Old vines. Between60 and 80 years old. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
HACIENDA ARAUCANOPINOT NOIR VALLE DELOLOL GRAND CUVÉE
TASTING NOTES
A bright and fresh pinot with dried berry and strawberry aromas. Hints of citrus. Medium to full body,chewy tannins. Stylish finish. This is made in concrete lagars and foot trodden for the crushing.About 20% whole bunch fermentation. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
HACIENDA ARAUCANOVALLE DE COLCHAGUAFRANCOIS LURTON CLOSDE LOLOL
TASTING NOTES
A silky and delicious red with black currant, spice and berry character. Medium to full body, finetannins and a delicious finish. Decadent. Raspberry. Biodynamic. A blend of carmenere, syrah,cabernet sauvignon and petit verdot.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
HACIENDA ARAUCANOVALLE DE LOLOL CLOS DELOLOL
TASTING NOTES
A big and rich white with lots of lemon rind and dried fruit character such as pineapple and apricot.Full body, bright acidity and a fresh finish. Oily and intense. 100% barrel fermented. Mostlysauvignon with some vioginer and chardonnay. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
HARAS DEL PIRQUECABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPOHUSSONET
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of lemon rind, spice, sweet tobacco and hints of currants. Full to medium body, fine tanninsand a fresh finish. Light spicy aftertaste to this. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
HOUSE PINOT NOIR VALLEDE CASABLANCADESPECHADO
TASTING NOTES
Really fun and delicious with cinnamon tea and hints of strawberry. Medium body, good fruit. Coolio,tiny production pinot. Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
HOUSE VALLE DE ITATACREOLE
TASTING NOTES
Very pretty aromas of crushed berry, light banana and raspberry. Medium body, no tannins and atangy finish. From ancient head pruned vines of pais and cinsault. Part of the house wine project forMorande when different winemakers got together and made their own wines just one concreteegg. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
HOUSE VALLE DE MAULEBESTIARIO
TASTING NOTES
A juicy red with blackberry and dried lemon. Medium body, light tannins and a tangy finish. Edgyand fun. Funk blend of pias and malbec. From Mendoza's Michelini brothers. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
KINGSTON FAMILYVINEYARDS PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCATOBIANO
TASTING NOTES
A subtle and refined pinot here from this Americanowned winery. Medium body, shows freshnessand tension. Pretty fruit and spice character. Pure. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
LA RECOVA VINEYARDSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
A dense and flavorful sauvignon with intense stone, lemon and mineral character. Salty undertone.Full body. Flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
LAGAR DE BEZANA ALTOCACHAPOAL ALUVIÓN
TASTING NOTES
A red with a complexity and subtlety that delivers lovely ripe fruit and hints of fresh herbs. Mediumbody, fresh fruit and a vivid finish.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
LAGAR DE BEZANACABERNET SAUVIGNONALTO CACHAPOAL
TASTING NOTES
A red with blueberry, hazelnut and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium body, fine tannins and aclean finish. Fresher style. Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
LAGAR DE BEZANA SYRAHALTO CACHAPOAL EDICIÓNLIMITADA
TASTING NOTES
A pretty core of fruit and lemon character. Medium body, silky tannins and a clean finish. Delicatestyle. Spice. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
LAPOSTOLLE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA BOROBO
TASTING NOTES
Licorice, asphalt and dark berry aromas follow through to a medium to full body, ripe fruit and lots ofchocolate undertones. Juicy wine. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, syrah and pinot noir. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
LAPOSTOLLE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA CUVÉEALEXANDRE VIÑEDOAPALTA
TASTING NOTES
Shows merlot character with green olives and dark fruit character. Medium to full body, firm tanninsand a flavorful finish. Made from biodynamic grapes. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
LAPOSTOLLE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA RED BLEND
TASTING NOTES
Blueberry, blackberry and black olive aromas follow through to a medium body, light tannins and afresh finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
LAURA HARTWIG PETITVERDOT VALLE DECOLCHAGUA SELECCIÓNDEL VITICULTOR
TASTING NOTES
A very flavorful and chewy petit verdot, yet polished and delicious. Pretty mouthfeel. Medium to fullbody. Delicious pv. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
LEYDA PINOT NOIR VALLEDE LEYDA LOT 21
TASTING NOTES
Intense granite and dark fruit aromas here with hints of dried strawberry. Spice too. Full body, firmtannins and a spicy finish. Hints of tile and chili too. This is fascinating.
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REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
LEYDA PINOT NOIR VALLEDE LEYDA RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A very elegant and refined pinot noir with hints of dried strawberry and fresh herb. Medium to fullbody. Bright finish. Real fine pinot noir. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
LEYDA SAUVIGNON BLANCVALLE DE LEYDA LOT 4
TASTING NOTES
A white with sliced white pineapple and stone. Full body, tart and tight. Intense finish. Mineral, driedlemons. A selection of the best parcels of the vineyard and harvested slightly late. Fermented inlarge used French oak casks. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
LOS VASCOSCHARDONNAY CHILE
TASTING NOTES
Gorgeous aromas of dried apricot, lemon cream and hints of butter. Full body. Very fresh with lots ofdried fruit and a long and flavorful finish. No wood. 60% Casablanca and 40% Colchagua. Screwcap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
LOS VASCOS VALLE DECOLCHAGUA
TASTING NOTES
An attractive and delicate cabernet sauvignon with very fine tannins and bright fruit. Medium body.Black currant, walnut and wet earth. Delicious Chilean cabernet. Fantastic value. One of best everfrom here. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
LOS VASCOS VALLE DECOLCHAGUA GRANDERESERVE
TASTING NOTES
A balanced and refined red with medium to full body, fine tannins and a crisp finish. Shows structureand depth. Plenty of currant, spice and walnut. Light coffee bean. 85% cabernet sauvignon, 5%syrah, 5% cabernet franc and 5% carmenere. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2004
LOS VASCOS VALLE DECOLCHAGUA LE DIX DELOS VASCOS
TASTING NOTES
This is holding on beautifully with tobacco and bright raspberry. Medium body, very fine tannins anda fresh and clean finish. Aging beautifully. Drink now.
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SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
LUIS FELIPE EDWARDSCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE COLCHAGUAGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
You have to like the black currant and blueberry aromas here. Full body, superfine tannins and afresh and clean finish. Beautiful fruit and depth. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
LUIS FELIPE EDWARDSVALLE DE COLCHAGUADOÑA BERNARDA
TASTING NOTES
Blackberry and dark chocolate with hints of walnut on the nose. Medium to full body, black currantsand spice. Long finish. Cabernet sauvignon. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
MANCURA VALLE DECASABLANCA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of bright fruit of black currants and leaf. Medium body, very fine tannins and a fruity anddelicious finish. A blend of syrah, cabernet franc and merlot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
MANCURA VALLE DE MAIPOGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of ripe dark fruit with boysenberry and dried chocolate character. Full body, silky tannins anda bright and intense finish. A blend of petit verdot, carmenere and cabernet sauvignon. Drink orhold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
MAQUIS CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUAFRANCO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blackberry, blueberry and stone follow through to a medium body, solid core of fruit and along and firm finish. Shows tension and focus. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
MAQUIS VALLE DECOLCHAGUA VIOLA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blueberry, spice and stone follow through to a full body, fine tannins and a lightly austerefinish. Shows depth and tension at the end. Lots of character. Carmenere and cabernet franc. Drinkor hold.
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VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92Click for Price
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REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
MATETICGEWURTZTRAMINER VALLEDE SAN ANTONIOCORRALILO
TASTING NOTES
This is a really cool dry gewurz with spice, mineral and late aromas and flavors. Roses. Medium tofull body. Flavorful finish. Relatively low alcohol at 13.5% for a dry gewurz. Drink it! Made frombiodynamic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
MATETIC SAN ANTONIOCOASTAL BRUT
TASTING NOTES
A very dry style of sparkling wine with a beautiful vertical line through the wine that gives length andfreshness. Plenty of bread dough and fresh fruit character. About 36 months on the lees. Half pinotand half chardonnay. Made from biodynamic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
MATETIC SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DECASABLANCA EQ COASTAL
TASTING NOTES
Gorgeous mouthfeel for a sauvignon. Full body, round and soft texture and a fruity finish with lemonrind, apple and stone aftertaste. Drink now. Only 10% used barrel and 12% concrete egg fermented.Made from biodynamic grapes.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2004
SCORE 92
MATETIC SYRAH VALLE DESAN ANTONIO EQ
TASTING NOTES
Drinking beautifully now with bark and blackberry aromas and flavors. Medium body, very finetannins and a fresh and clean finish. A pretty and refined syrah.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍCHARDONNAY VALLE DELIMARÍ QUEBRADA SECA
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and stony white with sliced apple, cooked pear and chalk aromas and flavor. Full body, solidacid backbone and a chalky finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍ PINOTNOIR VALLE DE LIMARÍRESERVA ESPECIAL
TASTING NOTES
A refined and lightly chewy pinot with strawberry, walnut and light citrus character. Medium body,firm tannins and a fresh finish. Drink or hold.
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REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍ PINOTNOIR VALLE DE LIMARÍ SANJULIÁN
TASTING NOTES
A rich and fruity pinot noir that shows depth and flavor. Full to medium body, silky tannins and asavory finish. Lots of dried fruit at the finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍ PINOTNOIR VALLE DE LIMARÍSUMAQ RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A rich red with tile, plum, and dust flavors. Velvety tannins and a savory finish. Excellent value.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
MELI CARIGNAN VALLE DEMAULE
TASTING NOTES
Cool red with dried berry, fresh herb and bark aromas and flavors. Medium body, firm tannins and acrisp finish. Tar too. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
MIGUEL TORRESCABERNET SAUVIGNONCHILE CORDILLERARESERVA ESPECIAL
TASTING NOTES
Complex aromas of chocolate, nuts and dried berry follow through to a full body, tight and silkytannins and a flavorful finish. Lots going on here. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
MIGUEL TORRESCHARDONNAY VALLE DELIMARÍ CORDILLERA
TASTING NOTES
A pretty white with sliced cooked apple, cream and hints of lime. Medium body, bright acidity and aclean finish. Drink now.
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MIGUEL TORRES SYRAHVALLE DEL ELQUICORDILLERA RESERVAESPECIAL
TASTING NOTES
A highaltitude red that shows sweet Thai basil and bramble berry aromas. Full body, fresh acidity
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Coquimbo
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
ESPECIAL and a savory fruit character. Cappuccino undertones. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
MONT GRAS CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO INTRIGA
TASTING NOTES
A beautiful red with ripe fruit, chocolate and walnut aromas and flavors. Full body, round tannins.Delicious finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
MONT GRAS CHILEQUATRO
TASTING NOTES
Some asphalt, tar and blackberry character on the nose. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a fruityfinish. Drink or hold. Plenty going on.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
MONTES CHARDONNAYACONCAGUA COSTAMONTES ALPHA
TASTING NOTES
A chardonnay with lovely freshness yet shows light oiliness and richness. Full body, soft tannins anda rich and flavorful finish of cooked apples, cream and pie crust. 30% malolactic. Long and rich.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
MONTES MERLOT VALLEDE COLCHAGUA MONTESALPHA
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of black olive, hazelnut and blackberry. Medium to full body, fine tannins. Bright finish. Abeautiful merlot that delivers serious merlot character. Sustainable dry farming. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
MONTES VALLE DECOLCHAGUA LIMITEDSELECTION
TASTING NOTES
So much granite, lead pencil and blackberry aromas and flavors. Full body, velvety tannins and afresh finish. Firm tannins. A red blend with a line and freshness. 70% cabernet sauvignon with 30%carmenere. Savory. Drink now.
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MONTSECANO VALLE DECASABLANCA
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
CASABLANCAPINOT/MALBEC
This is earthy and decadent with wonderful meat, ripe berry and hints of orange peel. Full tomedium body, light tannins. Flavorful and delicious. Made from biodynamic grapes. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
MORANDÉ CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of dried fruit, figs and meat. Full body, stone, light prune, dark chocolate and clove flavors.Soft and delicious. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
MORANDÉ CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
Blackberry with lemon rind and floral aromas. Medium body, very fine tannins and a tarry, freshfinish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
MORANDÉ MALBEC VALLEDE MAULE RESERVA ONETO ONE
TASTING NOTES
The aromas of earth, bark, spice and dried fruit are fascinating. Full to medium body, silky tanninsand a fresh finish. Cool wine. Made from 60yearold vines in Maule Valley. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
MORANDÉ PAÍS VALLE DEMAULE RESERVA ONE TOONE
TASTING NOTES
Fun red with lemon peel, rose and dried strawberry character. Medium body, light tannins and afruity finish. Mission grape? Very cool. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
MORANDÉ SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DECASABLANCA EDICIÓNLIMITADA BLANCO DEFOUDRE
TASTING NOTES
A tangy and fruity white with sliced apple and pear plus hints of lemon rind. Some stone. Full body,medium acidity and a fresh finish. 20% made in concrete eggs and the rest in foudre. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE Non Vintage
SCORE 92
MORANDÉ VALLE DECASABLANCA BRUTNATURE MÉTODOTRADITIONAL
TASTING NOTES
A classy sparkling wine with lovely bead and lots of bread dough, sliced cooked apple and lemonundertones. Full body, creamy texture and a delicious finish. Dry and beautiful. 60% chardonnayand 40% pinot noir. Aged in old wood. Aged 36 months on the lees.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
ODFJELL CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO ORZADA
TASTING NOTES
Orange peel and black currant aromas follow through to a full body with chewy yet velvety tanninsand a long, flavorful finish. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
PANDOLFI PRICECHARDONNAY VALLE DEITATA LOS PATRICIOS
TASTING NOTES
The nose here has lots of lemon character with some green olives too. The palate does not feel asripe or creamy as its 2012 predecessor and shows beautiful texture that follows through to aprolonged beautiful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
PÉREZ CRUZ CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO LIMITED EDITION
TASTING NOTES
Interesting aromas of blueberry with hints of minerals and sea salt. Medium to full body, firm andsilky tannins and a fresh finish. Tight and fresh. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
PÉREZ CRUZ CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
The bright currant and plum fruit comes through clearly here. Full body, chewy and silky tannins anda fresh and clean finish. Well done here. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
PRIMUS CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO
TASTING NOTES
A fine and silky red with fresh mint and herb as well as light currant aromas. Medium to full body,fine tannins and a clean finish. Drink in 2018.
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SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
PRIMUS CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUA
TASTING NOTES
Touch of class and refined carmenere with dried herb and blueberry character. Medium body, showstension and a linear line. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
RITUAL SAUVIGNON BLANCVALLE DE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
A sauvignon with a beautiful core of ripe fruit showing dried pear, apple and green mango aromasand flavors. Full body, pretty texture without giving away agility and tension. 30% produced inconcrete eggs, 40% used barrels and the rest stainless.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
SAN PEDRO CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO 1865
TASTING NOTES
A very pretty cabernet with delicious currant, mint and spice aromas and flavors. Full to mediumbody, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Balanced cab. Elegant. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Coquimbo
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
SAN PEDRO PINOT NOIRVALLE DEL ELQUI 1865SINGLE VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Pretty bright fruit with blueberry, dried strawberry and floral undertones. Medium body, firm tanninsand a clean finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
SAN PEDRO VALLE DECACHAPOAL GRANDESVINOS SIDERAL
TASTING NOTES
Beautiful richness and depth in this red. Smoke, meat and berry character. Medium to full body, silkytannins and a fresh and pretty finish. All about finesse. A blend of 55% cabernet sauvignon, 20%syrah,, 5% cabernet franc, 6% carmenere and 4% petit verdot. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SANTA CAROLINACHARDONNAY VALLE DELIMARÍ RESERVA DEFAMILIA
TASTING NOTES
A soft and flavorful chardonnay with cooked apple, hints of cream and lightly toasted oak. Full tomedium body, excellent fruit. Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
SANTA EMA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO RIVALTA
TASTING NOTES
A wine with lots of rich fruit and hints of toasted oak, yet it's juicy and delicious. Medium to full body,silky tannins and a savory finish. Aged 20 months in new wood barrels and one year in bottle beforebeing released. 62% cabernet sauvignon, 21% carmenere, 11% carignan, and 6% syrah. Give it ayear or two to open.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
SANTA EMA CHARDONNAYVALLE DE LEYDA AMPLUS
TASTING NOTES
A rich chardonnay with lots of cooked apple, cream, yogurt and hints of pie crust. Full body plus lotsof contrasty flavors, giving it a richness and freshness at the same time. No malo with richness from10 month in new wood and lees stirring. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
SANTA EMA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDAAMPLUS
TASTING NOTES
A white with lots of stone character, dried lemon and mineral. Hints of salt and concrete. Full body,round texture and a fresh finish. Made in concrete eggs. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
SANTA EMA VALLE DEMAIPO CATALINA
TASTING NOTES
A red with plenty of currant, spice and light chocolate character. Full to medium body firm tanninsand a long and flavorful finish. Aged 14 months in new French oak. 75% cabernet sauvignon, 18%carmenere and 7% cabernet franc.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
SANTA RITA CABERNETSAUVIGNON ALTO MAIPOCERRO 94
TASTING NOTES
A rich red with blackberry, light toasted oak and chocolate character. Full body, silky tannins and afresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SANTA RITA CHARDONNAYVALLE DE LEYDA MEDALLAREAL GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A chard with cooked apple and light honey character. Medium body, fresh finish. Serious white.Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
SANTA RITA PINOT NOIRVALLE DE LEYDA
TASTING NOTES
Ripe plum with hints of cream and bark on the nose. Full body, round and silky tannins and alemony aftertaste. A richer style of pinot that delivers. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
SANTA RITA VALLE DEMAIPO TRIPLE C
TASTING NOTES
This shows richness and depth of fruit with dried berry, chocolate and hazelnut. Full body, soft andsilky tannins and a lightly chewy finish. A blend of 65% cabernet franc, 30% cabernet sauvignonand 5% carmenere. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
TABALÍ SYRAH VALLE DELIMARÍ TALINAY
TASTING NOTES
Very dense and inky with blueberry and stone aromas and flavors. Full body, silky and round tanninsand a salty finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
TABALÍ VALLE DE LIMARÍRESERVA ESPECIAL
TASTING NOTES
Lots of black pepper, dark berry and ink aromas and flavors. Full body, silky tannins and a fresh andsavory finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
TARAMBANO CHILE TASTING NOTES
This is really cool and intense with dried berry, chocolate and spice. Hints of meat. Full to mediumbody. Stylish. A very soulful blend of cabernet and syrah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
TARTUFO MALBEC BIO BIOMALBEC CENTENARIO DESAN ROSENDO
TASTING NOTES
An old vine malbec with garrigue and spices. Blue fruit too. The palate is concentrated yet agile withlots of focus and delicate fruit. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
TERRA NOBLE CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A rustic and curious cabernet with dried tobacco, bark and cloves. Medium body, light velvetytannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
TERRANOBLE CHILELAHUEN
TASTING NOTES
Very attractive blackberry, licorice and dried fruit character. Hints of cedar. Full body, fine tanninsand a chewy finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon with petit verdot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
TERRANOBLE CHILELAHUEN
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of bramble berry, green leafs and light cloves. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a citrusand dried fruit aftertaste. A blend of carmenere, syrah, grenache and malbec. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Región de los Rios
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
TRAPI SAUVIGNON BLANCREGION AUSTRAL LOT 4017
TASTING NOTES
Extreme wine with bright and fresh aromas and flavors. Minerally and chalky. Medium body, slicedlemon and white peach. Salty. Sea level and made in the south of Chile. Unique. Like top muscadetbut sauvignon blanc! Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
UNDURRAGA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO FOUNDER'SCOLLECTION
TASTING NOTES
Hints of fresh herbs, dried fruit and blueberry undertones. Full body, silky tannins and a long andflavorful finish with hints of chocolate. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
UNDURRAGA CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE TERROIRHUNTER
TASTING NOTES
Very dense and rich with blueberry, walnuts and spices. Full to medium body, firm velvety tanninsand a fresh and clean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
UNDURRAGA CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of flint, slate and blackberry. Aromatic and bright. Full body, integrated tannins and a brightand fresh finish. So drinkable and full of subtle character. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
UNDURRAGA PINOT NOIRVALLE DE LEYDA TERROIRHUNTER
TASTING NOTES
A pinot with dried berry and smoky undertones. Medium body, silky tannins and a dried citrus fruitundertone too. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
VENTISQUERO PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCAHERÚ
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of ripe fruit, hints of cedar and chocolate. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a flavorfulfinish. Very silky and pretty. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
VENTISQUERO VALLE DECOLCHAGUA VERTICE
TASTING NOTES
Sweet tobacco, ripe fruit and walnut shell undertone on the nose. Full body, chewy tannins and aflavorful finish. Shows structure. A blend of carmenere and syrah. Better in 2018.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
VILLARD CHARDONNAYVALLE DE CASABLANCAEXPRESIÓN RESERVE
TASTING NOTES
A clean and steely white with gunpowder and metal aromas and flavors. Medium body, bright acidityand a energetic finish. Crystalline style. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
VILLARD CHARDONNAYVALLE DE CASABLANCA LECHARDONNAY
TASTING NOTES
A white with lots of dried fruit such as apple and pear. Medium to full body, fresh acidity and a cleanand lively finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
VILLARD SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DECASABLANCA EXPRESIÓNRESERVE
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and bright white with sliced apple and melon character. Medium body, crisp acidity and aclean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
VILLARD VALLE DECASABLANCAL'ASSEMBLAGE
TASTING NOTES
A silky and juicy red with dried berry, chocolate and meat character. Medium body, firm tannins andan austere and pretty finish. Cabernet sauvignon, syrah, merlot, cabernet franc and petit verdot.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Sud
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
VIÑA AQUITANACHARDONNAY VALLE DEMALLECO SINGLEVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of dried apple, stone and cream follow through to a full to medium body, bright acidity and acitrusy finish. Hints of pie crust. All there. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Sud
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
VIÑA AQUITANIA PINOTNOIR VALLE DE MALLECOSOL DE SOL
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of dark and ripe strawberry aromas with hints of walnut and chocolate. Full body, rich andfruity. For those who like fruitdriven pinot, yet shows a citrusy, bright acidity at the finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
VIÑA CASABLANCACHARDONNAY VALLE DECASABLANCA NIMBUS
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and clean white with sliced apple, lemon and cream aromas and flavors. Medium to fullbody. Flavorful finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VIÑA CHOCALAN VALLE DEMAIPO VITRUM
TASTING NOTES
A chewy and flavorful red with dried fruit, chocolate and hints of walnut. Medium to full body, ripetannins and a flavorful finish. Better after 2017.
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VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92Click for Price
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REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
VIÑA KOYLE CABERNETSAUVIGNON ALTOCOLCHAGUA ROYALE
TASTING NOTES
Blackberry and blueberry aromas follow through to a medium body, firm tannins and a fresh finish.Black currant and walnut undertones. Lots of fruit but an underlying freshness as well. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
VIÑA LEYDA CHARDONNAYALLE DE LEYDA LOT 3
TASTING NOTES
A chardonnay that has all the bells and whistles yet remains bright and lively. Full to medium body,hints of cream, cooked apple and pie crust. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
VIÑA MAIPO CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAULE GRAN DEVOCIÓN
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of spices, dark fruit and bark follow through to a full to medium body, medium velvetytannins and a fresh finish. A fun and rustic cabernet with lots of mushroom, wild blackberry and wetearth aftertaste. Cabernet sourced from the region of Maule. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
VIÑA MAIPO CARMENEREVALLE DE MAULE GRANDEVOCIÓN
TASTING NOTES
A gorgeous carmenere with dried blueberry, tar and spice. Full body, velvety tannins and a cleanfinish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
VIÑA TARAPACÁCARMENERE VALLE DEMAIPO GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This is a fascinating carmenere with stone and sand aromas and flavors as well a rich and juicyfruit. Light plum and berry. Medium to full body. Beautiful tannins. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VIÑA VON SIEBENTHALPETIT VERDOT VALLE DEACONCAGUA TOKNAR
TASTING NOTES
The first producer to make a pure petit verdot in Chile. Shows lovely bottle bouquet with driedflowers and ripe fruits. Citrus too. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now.
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REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
VIÑA VON SIEBENTHALVIOGNIER VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
This is a fantastic viognier with dried pineapple and apple aromas and flavors. Full body, rich yetbright and flavorful. Shows energy. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2004
SCORE 92
VIÑEDO CHADWICKCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
Black olive and black fruits with balsamic aromas. Full body, firm and chewy tannins suggestingslightly less ripe tannins. Flavorful and red. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 92
VIU MANENT VALLE DECOLCHAGUA 1
TASTING NOTES
Lots of tea leaf, berry and pepper character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Region del Sur
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
VOLCANES DE CHILEPINOT NOIR VALLE DE BIOBIO TECTONIA
TASTING NOTES
Ripe plum with hints of cream and bark on the nose. Full body, round and silky tannins and alemony aftertaste. A richer style of pinot that delivers. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 92
WILLIAM COLE VINEYARDSPINOT NOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA SINGLEVINEYARD COLUMBINESPECIAL RESERVE
TASTING NOTES
The aromas of dried strawberry, spice and walnut character are beautiful. Medium to full body, finetannins and a bright, citrusy finish. Definitely Burgundy in Chile. Drink now.
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WILLIAM FEVRE CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO CHACAI
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 92
MAIPO CHACAI A wine with pretension. Lots of new wood and ripe black currant character. Full to medium body,silky tannins and a dark fruit and light chocolate undertone. Great but expected more of this wine.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 92
WILLIAM FEVRE CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO ESPINO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of orange peel, nut and currant follow through to a full body, firm and silky tannins and afresh finish. Succulent and fine wine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 92
WILLIAM FEVRECHARDONNAY VALLE DECASABLANCA ESPINOGRAN CUVÉE
TASTING NOTES
A white with sliced cooked apple, honey, and hints of minerals. Medium body, fresh acidity and aflavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
3MONOS VALLE DE ITATABLANCO DE ITATA
TASTING NOTES
A fun and intense white with sliced apple and pear aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, livelyacidity with a phenolic tension. Think white Rhone. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
ALCANCE CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO BRAVURA
TASTING NOTES
A velvety cabernet with citrus peel and currant character. Full to medium body, silky tannins and afresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
APALTAGUA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO SIGNATURE
TASTING NOTES
This has slate, flowers and some dry strawberry. A juicy and fruitforward cabernet. Short on thefinish. Still enjoyable. Drink now.
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ARESTI VALLE DE CURICÓ TASTING NOTES
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
ARESTI VALLE DE CURICÓ TASTING NOTES
Aromas of rose petal, spice and blueberry character follow through to a medium body, fine tanninsand a savory finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, syrah, carmenere, petite sirah and petit verdot.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
ATTILIO & MOCHI MALBECVALLE DE CASABLANCATUNQUEN
TASTING NOTES
There's hardly any malbec in Casablanca but this is fun with rose petal and dark fruit character.Medium body, fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
ATTILIO & MOCHI PINOTNOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA TUNQUEN
TASTING NOTES
Here is a pinot noir that emphasizes vibrance and transparency. Light body, fresh acidity and aclean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
ATTILIO & MOCHI SYRAHVALLE DE CASABLANCATUNQUEN
TASTING NOTES
A firm and silky red with dark fruit such as blackberry and cherry with flowers and hints of stems.Raisins. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a fresh finish. Extreme wine with lots of fruit yetacidity. Weird and fun wine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
BODEGA VOLCANES DECHILE CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO TECTONIA
TASTING NOTES
A silky red with chocolate, berry and fresh tobacco character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and afresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
BOTALCURA CABERNETFRANC VALLE DE MAULELA PORFIA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of dark fruit and hints of fresh herbs. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish.Refined and delicious. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
BOWINES CARIGNAN VALLEDE MAULE FILLO
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and clean carignan with subtle wet earth and light berry character. Some mushroom.Medium body. Clean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 91
CALCU VALLE DECOLCHAGUA BLENDWINEMAKER'S SELECTION
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of bark, walnut, ripe fruit and chocolate follow through to a full body, velvety tannins and aflavorful finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, carmenere and cabernet franc. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
CALITERRA MALBEC VALLEDE COLCHAGUA TRIBUTO
TASTING NOTES
A very balanced and fresh malbec with dried plum and watermelon aromas and flavors. Mediumbody, light tannins and a clean finish. More delicate style of malbec. 12 months in barrels and asmall percentage new. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
CALITERRA SYRAH VALLEDE COLCHAGUA TRIBUTO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of spice, dried meat and plum follow through to a medium to full body, fine tannins and adelicious finish. Made from head pruned vines of syrah in granite soil. A dash of carignan too. Nonew wood. Very cool and subtle wine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
CALITERRA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA DSTNTO
TASTING NOTES
This is a fun wine that is all about drinkability. Fermented in used oak barrels of 400 liters. Carbonicmaceration. Full body, light tannins and a lot of juicy fruit. Savory. Lovely grip. No wood aging. Drinknow. A blend of mostly malbec, syrah, carignan, petit verdot and carmenere.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
CALITERRA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA EDICIÓNLIMITADA B
TASTING NOTES
A Bordeaux blend that shows lots of subtle stone, clay and spice that follows through to a mediumbody, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Soft and easy. Delicate finish. Mostly petit verdot, cabernetfranc and cabernet sauvignon with a touch of malbec.
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CARMEN CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DE
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
SAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO GRAN RESERVA
A tangy and fresh cabernet with black currants, orange peel and hints of terracotta. Medium body,firm tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
CARMEN CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO WINEMAKERS RED
TASTING NOTES
A wine with balance and pretty tannins that are silky and refined. Medium body, solid core of fruitand a fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
CARMEN CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUAWINEMAKER'S BLACK
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of black olive, sweet tobacco, and dark fruit. Full body, fine tannins and a juicy finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
CARMEN MOSCATEL VALLEDE ITATA LA RAMADA
TASTING NOTES
Real wine with hints of dried peaches and lemons. Full body, dry and flavorful. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
CASA MARIN PINOT NOIRSAN ANTONIO LITORALVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A pinot noir with pretty dried strawberry and light raspberry aromas that follow through to mediumbody, silky and delicate tannins and a subtle milk chocolate, berry and hazelnut aftertaste. Verybalanced. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
CASA MARIN RIESLING SANANTONIO MIRAMARVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Cool riesling that emulates Rhienfalz but deliver Chilean cool climate wine. Medium body, brightacidity and a melon and granite undertone. Lightly off dry. Drink now.
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CASA MARIN SYRAH SAN TASTING NOTES
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 91
CASA MARIN SYRAH SANANTONIO MIRAMARVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
This is very Côte Rotielike from a lighter vintage with dried strawberry, spice and clove aromas andflavors. Cedar undertones. Medium to light body, fine tannins and a linear and electric aciditybackbone. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
CASAS DEL BOSQUECHARDONNAY VALLE DECASABLANCA RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas and flavors of sliced peaches and apples with hints of cream and yogurt. Full body, lots offruit and a delicious finish. Full Burgundy work. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
CASAS DEL BOSQUESAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE CASABLANCA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and clean white with sliced grapefruit, melon and lemon aromas and flavors. Fullbodied andfruity. Minerally. Serious sauvignon blanc. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
CATRALAGEWURZTRAMINER VALLEDE CASABLANCA LIMITEDEDITION
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and clean gewurz with dried almond and sliced apple character. Medium body, dense fruitand a fresh finish. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
CATRALA PINOT NOIRVALLE DE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
What a vibrant pinot with dried berry and floral character. Medium body, lovely mouthfeel and afresh and clean finish. All about bright fruit and freshness. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
CHONO SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDASINGLE VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of grapefruit and lemon with hints of fennel follow through to a full to medium body, freshfruit and a crisp finish. Hints of stone. Delicious. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
CLOS ANDINO CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO GRANDE RESERVE
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blackberry and blueberry with hints of spice. Medium body, bright fruit and a clean finish.Clean and well crafted. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
CLOS ANDINOCHARDONNAY VALLE DECASABLANCA LA CUVÉE
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and subtle chardonnay with mineral and sliced lime aromas and flavors. Medium body,bright fruit and a clean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
CONCHA Y TORO MERLOTVALLE DE CASABLANCATERRUNYO COSTA VIÑEDOLOS BOLDOS
TASTING NOTES
Very floral and pretty nose with fresh herb, green olive and dark berry character. Medium body, finetannins and a spicy finish. Nice tar and dry finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
CONCHA Y TORO MERLOTVALLE DE MAULEMARQUÉS DE CASACONCHA
TASTING NOTES
A juicy and fruity red with walnut, citrus red and dark fruit aromas and flavors. Olive undertones.Medium body, bright acidity and a medium finish. Shows real merlot character and finesse. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
CONCHA Y TORO VALLE DEMAIPO CASILLERO DELDIABLO RESERVA PRIVADA
TASTING NOTES
A very pretty Maipo Valley cabernet (10% syrah) with a fine and silky palate and lovely ripe fruit.Medium body. Fruity and delicious. A touch of class to the wellpriced cabernet. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
CONO SUR SYRAH VALLEDE CASABLANCA 20BARRELS
TASTING NOTES
A syrah with black currants, olive and chocolatey notes. Fruity and juicy. Clean finish. Drink now.
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REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
COUSIÑO-MACULCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO ANTIGUASRESERVAS
TASTING NOTES
A savory red with plum and cherry character, medium body, fine tannins and a juicy finish. Delicatestyle. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
COUSIÑO-MACULCHARDONNAY VALLE DEMAIPO ANTIGUASRESERVAS
TASTING NOTES
A dense and rich white with sliced apple and hints of cream character. Medium to full body. Flavorfulfinish. Yet always held back. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
DE MARTINO CARMENEREVALLE DE MAIPO ALTOS DEPIEDRAS
TASTING NOTES
A light and easy carmenere with iron, light berry and lemon rind aromas. Medium body, light tanninsand a juicy finish. Friendly interpretation of carmenere. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
DE MARTINO CHARDONNAYVALLE DE LIMARÍ LEGADO
TASTING NOTES
A solid white with sliced apple and lemon aromas and flavors. Medium body. Hints of minerals too.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
DE MARTINO VALLE DECASABLANCA LEGADORESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and steely white with green apple, lemon and dry fruit. Medium body, fruity finish. Crispacidity. Drink now.
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ECHEVERRIA PINOT NOIRCHILE GRAN RESERVA
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
Subtle floral, cherry and blueberry aromas. Hints of tar. Medium body, fine tannins, chocolate, hintsof coffee and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
EL PRINCIPAL VALLE DEMAIPO CALICANTO
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and clean red with light plum and berry character. Medium body. Light chocolate and tileundertone. Everything in balance. 57% cabernet sauvignon, 18% carmenere, 9% syrah, 9% petitverdot and 7% cabernet franc.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
EMILIANA CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUA LOSROBLES
TASTING NOTES
Lots of dried herb character such as thyme and rosemary with hints of blackberry. Medium to fullbody, firm tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
EMILIANA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA SIGNOS DEORIGEN LA CANTERA
TASTING NOTES
Dried blackberry and violet aromas follow through to a medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish.A blend of garnacha, syrah and mourvedre. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 1983
SCORE 91
ERRÁZURIZ CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEACONCAGUA DONMAXIMIANO
TASTING NOTES
This was the first the vintage and is still holding on with sweet tobacco, berry and light chocolatearomas and flavors. Medium body. Citrusy acidity. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
ERRÁZURIZ CARMENEREVALLE DE ACONCAGUAMAX RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and dry carmenere with medium body, firm tannins and a subtle, fruity finish. Drink now.
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ERRÁZURIZ PINOT NOIRVALLE DE ACONCAGUAMAX RESERVA
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
MAX RESERVA Aromas of ripe strawberry and light stone follow through to medium to full body, silky tannins and afresh, bright finish. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
ERRÁZURIZ SAUVIGNONBLANC ACONCAGUACOSTA MAX RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A juicy sauvignon with sliced pear and grapefruit character. Some grilled asparagus. Full body, lotsof fruit and flavor. You like PouillyFumé? Try this. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
ERRÁZURIZ VALLE DEACONCAGUA THE BLENDCOLLECTION WHITE
TASTING NOTES
A fun Rhone blend of 60% marsanne, 26% roussanne and 14% viognier delivering medium body,dried tropical fruit and a fresh and crisp finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
ESCUDO ROJO CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO
TASTING NOTES
Lots of earth, dried tobacco and berry aromas and flavors. Full body, velvety texture and a long andintense finish. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
ESCUDO ROJO CHILE TASTING NOTES
Lots of wood on the palate but some attractive cool fruit and herb character. Medium to full body.Silky finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon with syrah, carmenere and petit verdot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Maule & Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
GARAGE WINE COCINSAULT SECANOINTERIOR SOOTH SAYERS
TASTING NOTES
A red with medium to full body, fine tannins and a juicy finish. Pretty precise fruit with hints of lemonundertones. Drink now. Cinsault from three farms in both Maule and Itata.
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GARAGE WINE CO PAÍSSECANO INTERIOR FIRSTSALVO FERMENT
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Maule & Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
SALVO FERMENT A new wine that focuses on specific lot fermentations. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh andclean finish. Peach and light berry character. Pais! Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
GARCES SILVA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDAAMAYNA
TASTING NOTES
This has plenty of lemon rind with white peaches and some green olive. On the palate it feelsconcentrated with a solid body of fruit and enough freshness to balance it out. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2016
SCORE 91
HACIENDA ARAUCANOSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE LOLOL EDICIÓNLIMITADA
TASTING NOTES
This is a clean and beautiful young wine with sliced peach and apple character. Medium body, brightacidity and a flavorful finish. Made from organic grapes. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE Non Vintage
SCORE 91
INICIO VALLE DECASABLANCA BLANC DEBLANCS
TASTING NOTES
A sparkling wine made from pure chardonnay. Handmade and foot trodden. Full body, and frothy yetbright. Shows mineral and cream character. Mostly the 2014 vintage in this.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
INSTINTO VALLE DECOLCHAGUA INSTINTO DECOLCHAGUA
TASTING NOTES
Fresh and fruity red with fresh leaf and cherry character. Medium to full body, bright acidity and aclean finish. All about drinkability. A blend of 75% carmenere and 25% syrah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Molina
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
IWINES SYRAH MOLINA D.OLATINA
TASTING NOTES
A red with red currants, spices and some graphite notes in the background. The palate is fruity, andmedium to fullbodied that concludes with walnutlike finish. Nice and easy. Drink now.
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KOYLE COSTA SAUVIGNON TASTING NOTES
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
KOYLE COSTA SAUVIGNONBLANC COLCHAGUA COSTA
TASTING NOTES
A very intense and salty sauvignon with dried lemon aromas and flavors. Medium body, brightacidity and a clean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
LAGAR DE BEZANA ALTOCACHAPOAL ROSADO
TASTING NOTES
A bright and fruity wine with peach and lemon aromas and flavors. Medium body, crisp finish. A roséwith panache. Delicate. Two thirds cabernet and one third syrah. Drink now. Screw cap. Best rosé ofChile.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
LEYDA SYRAH VALLE DELEYDA LOT 8
TASTING NOTES
On the nose this wine exhibits dark fruits with milk chocolate and some black olives too. The palateshows tension with delineated fruit and round tannins. Fresh and lively. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
LEYDA PINOT NOIR VALLEDE LEYDA SINGLEVINEYARDS LAS BRISAS
TASTING NOTES
Ripe and dense with dried strawberry, cherry and terracotta. Full body, chewy and polished tannins.Spice, walnut and berry undertones. Juicy finish. Tiny bit dry tannins. Better in 2019 but alreadybeautiful.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
LOMA LARGA VINEYARDSPINOT NOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA LOMAS DELVALLE
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of ripe strawberry and lemon follow through to a medium to full body, delicate tannins and afresh and clean finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
LOS VASCOS CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUACARMENERE GRANDERESERVE
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of black currant, light sweet tobacco and cedar character. Medium body, very fine tanninsand a savory finish. Currant and light wet earth aftertaste. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
LUIS FELIPE EDWARDSCABERNET FRANCCOLCHAGUA COSTA LOLOL360 SERIES
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blueberry, blackberry and fresh herb follow through to a medium body, firm tannins and afresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
LUIS FELIPE EDWARDSCARIGNAN VALLE DEMAULE CIEN
TASTING NOTES
A red with ripe fruit, walnut and orange peel that follows through to a medium to full body, silkytannins and a granitelike finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 91
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍCHARDONNAY VALLE DELIMARÍ QUEBRADA SECA
TASTING NOTES
This is holding on nicely with almond, lemon meringue and apple aromas and flavors. Medium body,good acidity and a complex finish. Shows Chilean chardonnay can age. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍCHARDONNAY VALLE DELIMARÍ RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
The is a naked chardonnay that delivers amazing quality for the money with dried apple and lemonaromas and flavors. Medium body, bright acidity. Subtle chalky and salty undertone. No oaktreatment here. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
MAYCAS DEL LIMARÍSYRAH VALLE DE LIMARÍSUMAQ RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
One of the best value syrahs in the market with tea leaf, meat and dried fruit. Medium body, lighttannins and a fresh and dry finish. Real wine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
MIGUEL TORRESCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE CURICÓ MANSODE VELASCO
TASTING NOTES
A refined and interesting wine showing old fine character of dried mushroom, bark and dark berry.Medium body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. Hints of chocolate. Drink now.
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SCORE 91
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
MIGUEL TORRESCARIGNAN VALLE DEMAULE CORDILLERA
TASTING NOTES
A dense and dark red with stone, spice and blackberry aromas and flavors. Full to medium body,fine tannins. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
MONT GRAS CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO ANTU
TASTING NOTES
A delicate cabernet with fine tannins and juicy fruit. Medium body. Light chocolate and currantcharacter. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
MONTES CHILE SPARKLINGANGEL BRUT
TASTING NOTES
There's a unique character to this sparkling wine with dried apple, mango and grapefruit. So subtle.Some bread dough undertones. Fullbodied and dense yet fresh with a linear backbone. Mineralundertones. 70% pinot noir, 30% chardonnay and aged 30 months on the lees. Grape are sourcedfrom the area of Zapallar just seven kilometers off the Pacific Ocean. A stylish sparkling wine to try.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
MONTES MOSCATELROSADA VALLE DECOLCHAGUA OUTERLIMITS
TASTING NOTES
A cool wine with pink grapefruit and peach aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, bright acidityand a clean finish. Fun wine. Dry. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
ODFJELL CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO ARMADOR
TASTING NOTES
Blueberry, violet and licorice aromas. Mint too. Full body, silky tannins and a juicy finish. Lots of bluefruits. Mineral undertones. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
ODFJELL CARIGNANCAUQUENES VALLE DEMAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
A sweaty and citric wine with hint of dried flowers. Dried fruits. Medium body, fresh acidity and aflavorful finish. Drink now.
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REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
PALO ALTO CHILE ORGANICWINE
TASTING NOTES
This is a stylish blend of organically grown ?? from two regions: Maule and ??. A medium to fullbodied red with, velvety tannins and a juicy finish of blueberry, dried orange and light earth. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
PALO ALTO VALLE DEMAULE RESERVA I
TASTING NOTES
The syrah in this gives the wine sweet tobacco, bark and dried fruit character. Medium body, finetannins and a fresh finish. Cabernet sauvignon, carmenere and syrah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
PALO ALTO VALLE DEMAULE RESERVA IIMERLOT
TASTING NOTES
A rich and dense red with ripe fruit, meat and fresh herb character. Full and flavorful. Fun blend ofmerlot, shiraz, tempranillo and viognier. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
PANDOLFI CHARDONNAYVALLE DE ITATA LARKUN
TASTING NOTES
The nose of this chardonnay shows eucalyptus leaf intermixed with notes of tropical fruits. Thepalate is light and agile, with grapefruit character. Sharp and focused. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
PANGEA SYRAH VALLE DECOLCHAGUA APALTAVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A ripe red with dried meat, black currants and licorice. The palate is dense and concentrated, withlots of dark fruit and a surprisingly austere finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
PÉREZ CRUZ CARMENEREVALLE DE MAIPO LIMITEDEDITION
TASTING NOTES
A pretty wine with blueberry and chocolate character. Medium body, soft tannins and a fruity finish.Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
PEUMAYEN SYRAH VALLEDE ACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
A syrah with spice, dried meat and berry aromas and flavors. Medium body, fine tannins and a juicyfinish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
PEUMAYEN VALLE DEACONCAGUA
TASTING NOTES
A carmenere with tar and dark fruit character. Hints of walnuts. Medium body, fine tannins and ajuicy finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
PRIMUS VALLE DECOLCHAGUA THE BLEND
TASTING NOTES
A firm and slightly chewy wine with light currant and berry character. Medium body, savory fruit anda fresh finish. Slightly austere. A cabernet sauvignon and carmenere based blend with a dash orpetit verdot, merlot and cab franc. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 91
QUASAR WINES VALLECENTRAL PERFECTO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of black currants, mint and tobacco follow through to a medium to full body, fine tannins anda fresh and clean finish. Stylish and balanced. A blend of cabernet sauvignon and carmenere. Drinkor hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Coquimbo
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
SAN PEDRO CHARDONNAYVALLE DEL ELQUI 1865
TASTING NOTES
A pretty chardonnay with cooked apple, hints of baked pie crust and a clean finish. Full body, slicedpineapple and lemon. Lovely intensity. Half concrete and half wood fermentation and aging. Screwcap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
SANTA CAROLINACABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO RESERVADE FAMILIA
TASTING NOTES
A tight and silky red with currant, orange peel and almond character. Medium body, firm tannins.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
SANTA CAROLINA VALLEDE LEYDA RESERVA DEFAMILIA
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and fruity red with dried lemon and orange peel undertones. Medium to light body, delicatetannins and a crisp finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
SANTA EMA PINOT NOIRVALLE DE LEYDA AILA
TASTING NOTES
This is fun and stylish with white pepper and dried strawberry character. Medium to full body, finetannins and a fresh finish. Cool climate style. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
SANTA RITA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO MEDALLA REALGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Curious aromas of spice, leather, licorice and mint. Full to medium body, fine tannins and plenty ofchocolate, toasted oak and fruit, yet very subtle and engaging. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 91
SANTA RITA CARMENEREAPALTA PEHUÉN
TASTING NOTES
This is really silky and refined with blueberry, chocolate, and orange peel. Medium body, fresh finish.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
SANTA RITA PETITE SIRAHALTO JAHUEL VALLE DEMAIPO BOUGAINVILLE
TASTING NOTES
This is a very fruitforward style for Chile with loads of fruit and dried meat character. Tar too. Fullbody, velvety tannins and a juicy finish.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
SIEGEL CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA S
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of blackberry and black currant aromas with hints of nuts. Medium body, ultrafine tanninsand a crisp finish. Focused and very pretty. Drink now or hold.
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SCORE 91
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
SIEGEL CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA SINGLEVINEYARD LOS LINGUES
TASTING NOTES
Fresh herb and lightly toasted oak. Plum. Full body, chewy tannins and a walnut, cherry aftertaste.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
SIEGEL CARMENERE VALLEDE COLCHAGUA SINGLEVINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A soft and easy red with dried fruit and rose petal aroma and flavors. Medium body. Good fruit.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
SIEGEL CARMENERE VALLEDE COLCHAGUA SPECIALRESERVE
TASTING NOTES
A red with a tangy acidity and a rich palate that develops into dried meat, spice and dried fruitcharacter. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
SIEGEL LOS LINGUESUNIQUE SELECTION
TASTING NOTES
A soft and fruity red with chocolate and dried cherry character. Medium to full body, velvety tanninsand a fresh finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, carmenere and syrah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
TABALÍ CHARDONNAYVALLE DE LIMARÍ TALINAY
TASTING NOTES
A fullbodied sauvignon with plenty of sliced lemon and lime character. Stones too. Pretty wine.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE Non Vintage
SCORE 91
TABALÍ VALLE DE LIMARÍPAYEN
TASTING NOTES
A solid red with a depth of juicy fruit, blackberry and stone. Full to medium body, chewy tannins andan interesting finish. Give it a year to soften. Drink now.
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SCORE 91
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
TERRANOBLE CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUA CA2
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of smoke, chocolate, meat and spice follow through to a full body, velvety tannins and asavory finish. Fullthrottle. Yet stylish.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Región de los Rios
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
TRAPI CHARDONNAYREGION AUSTRAL LOT 4017
TASTING NOTES
A chardonnay with electric acidity and dried fruit character. Medium body, racy acidity and a flavorfulfinish. Live wire. Made in one of the most southern vineyards in Chile. Extreme wine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
UNDURRAGA VALLE DEMAIPO ALTAZOR
TASTING NOTES
A juicy red with plum and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, hints of wood and amedium finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
VALDIVIESO APALTACABALLO LOCO GRANDCRU
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of dried herbs and ivy with blackberry undertones. Full body, fruitforward, ripe tannins anda chewy fruit finish. Verges on jammy but holds together. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
VALDIVIESO VALLE DEMAIPO CABALLO LOCOGRAND CRU
TASTING NOTES
Dried berry and walnut aromas with hints of chocolate. Full body, soft and silky tannins and a ripefruit finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
VILLARD PINOT NOIR VALLEDE CASABLANCAEXPRESIÓN RESERVE
TASTING NOTES
Bright and fruity pinot noir with beautiful clarity of fruit and crispness. Medium body, dried strawberrywith citrus undertones. Drink now.
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SCORE 91
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
VIÑA AQUITANA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO LAZULI
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of herbs and spice open to ripe fruits. Medium body, fine tannins and a bright finish. Showsform and balance. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
VIÑA CASABLANCA PINOTNOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA NIMBUS
TASTING NOTES
A delicate and lightly fruity red with strawberry and cedar character. Medium body, very fine tanninsand a clean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
VIÑA CHOCALANCARMENERE VALLE DEMAIPO GRAN RESERVAORIGEN
TASTING NOTES
An attractive carmenere with green coffee bean and blueberry aromas and flavors. Medium body,fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 91
VIÑA CHOCALAN VALLE DEMAIPO ALEXIA
TASTING NOTES
A rich and round wine with dried fruits, hints of raisins and toasted coffee beans. Full body, juicyfruit. More fruitforward character. Needs a year or two to soften.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
VIÑA KOYLE CABERNETSAUVIGNON ALTOCOLCHAGUA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Black currant, blueberry and flower aromas follow through to a medium body, integrated tannins anda fresh and clean finish. Very fine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
VIÑA KOYLE CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUAGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A balanced and pretty carmenere with blueberry, stone and light fresh herb character. Medium body.Fresh finish. Drink now.
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REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
VIÑA MAIPO CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO PROTEGIDO
TASTING NOTES
A red with chocolate, berry and currant character. Sweet tobacco as well. Medium to full body,velvety tannins and a savory finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
VIÑA MAIPO SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DECASABLANCA GRANDEVOCIÓN
TASTING NOTES
A bright and fresh sauvignon with sliced lime and lemon aromas and flavors. Grassy. Full body,crisp finish. A vibrant and beautiful sauvignon. From vineyards in the Casa Blanca area. Drink now.Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
VIÑA TARAPACÁ VALLE DEMAIPO GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A red with stone, spice and fresh tobacco character. Full body, dark fruit with stone undertones anda juicy finish. Bright and fresh. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Maipo
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 91
VIÑA TARAPACÁ VALLE DEMAIPO RED BLEND + PLUS
TASTING NOTES
A red with aromas of blue fruit and dried herbs. Dried strawberries too. Intense aromatics. Fullbodied with lots of fruit and a lovely austere, yet a bit short, finish. A blend of cabernet franc,cabernet sauvignon, syrah, carmenere and petit verdot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 91
VIÑA VON SIEBENTHALVALLE DE ACONCAGUAMONTELIG
TASTING NOTES
A fascinating producer that doesn't release his wine until two years in bottle and four to five years inbottle. Medium body, fresh fruit and subtle tobacco and berry character. 40% cabernet sauvignon,30% petit verdot and 30% carmenere. Tangy acidity. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
VIU MANENT SYRAH VALLEDE COLCHAGUA EL OLIVARALTO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blueberry and flowers follows through to a medium body, firm tannins and a fresh finish.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 91
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
VOLCANES DE CHILESAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE LEYDA TECTONIA
TASTING NOTES
Licorice, fennel and hints of lemon. Medium body, fresh acidity and a clean finish. Pretty. Drink now.Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 91
VOLCANES DE CHILEVALLE DE MAIPOPARINACOTA
TASTING NOTES
A firm and lightly austere red with dried blackberry and concrete character. Medium body. Freshfinish. A blend of carignan with syrah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
WILLIAM COLE VINEYARDSCHARDONNAY VALLE DECASABLANCA ALBAMAR
TASTING NOTES
Bright and lively chardonnay with plenty of dried apple and lemon aromas and flavors. Mediumbody. Clean finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
WILLIAM COLE VINEYARDSSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
A dense and fruity white with lots of lemon, sliced apple and hints of green mango. Medium body,pretty core of fruit and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Sud
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
WILLIAM FEVRE PINOTNOIR VALLE DE MALLECOLITTLE QUINO
TASTING NOTES
A fullbodied red with dried strawberry and orange peel aromas and flavors. Lightly chewy tanninsand a fresh finish. Drink or hold.
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WILLIAM FEVRESAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE MALLECO LITTLE QUINO
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Sud
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 91
DE MALLECO LITTLE QUINO Tight and fruity with a dried apple, stone and mineral character. Medium body, fresh finish. Realsauvignon. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
3MONOS CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO
TASTING NOTES
This is very floral and fruity on the nose with dried fruit and hints of prunes. Full body, fig andalmond character. Fruitforward. A little old school but fun. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
3MONOS VALLE DE MAULE TASTING NOTES
A very ripe style with lots of juicy and dried fruit. Figs. Full body. Soft, ripe fruit finish. A blend ofcarignan with garnacha. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
ALCANCE CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAULE GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of rose petal, black currant and some pleasant vanilla derived from the oak. The palate ismedium to fullbodied with decent fruit and a walnutlike finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
ALCANCE CARIGNAN VALLEDE MAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
A little short but some good stone and dark berry character. Juicy fruit on the palate. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
ALCANCE VALLE DE MAULEGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Attractive and subtle aromas of dark fruit, black olive and hints of herbs. Medium body, firm tanninsand a pretty finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
ANTIYAL VALLE DE MAIPO TASTING NOTES
A light and fruity red with lots of coffee and hints of vanilla. Medium body, silky tannins and a freshfinish. A little too much wood. A blend of 41% carmenere, 38% and 21% syrah. Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90Click for Price
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE Non Vintage
SCORE 90
APALTAGUA APALTA EXTRABRUT
TASTING NOTES
A frothy rose with medium body and delicate dried strawberry and apple character. Flavorful anddelicious. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
APALTAGUA CERMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUAENVERO
TASTING NOTES
A bright and fruity white with blueberry and slate aromas and flavors. Medium body, fresh finish.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
ARESTI SAUVIGNON BLANCVALLE DE CURICÓTRSIQUEL
TASTING NOTES
A dense sauvignon with lively acidity and a dry finish. Medium body. Plenty of green mango andlemon.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
BOTALCURA MALBECVALLE DE MAULE GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A red with lots of fruit but the new wood is coming through. Full body, chewy tannins and a mediumfinish. Should come around. Old school. Better in two or three years.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 90
BOTALCURA NEBBIOLOVALLE DE MAULENEBBIOLO
TASTING NOTES
Some nebbiolo character with hazelnut, chocolate and berry character. Medium body, firm tanninsand a fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2013
CABALLO LOCO VALLE DELIMARÍ GRAND CRU
TASTING NOTES
Shows some stewed fruit on the nose with chocolate. The palate is light with round tannins butmissing length. Still enjoyable. Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
CALCU CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA RESERVEESPECIAL
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of spice and currants follow through to a full to medium body, solid core of fruit and a brightfinish. Tension. Drink or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
CALCU CARMENERE VALLEDE COLCHAGUA RESERVAESPECIAL
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and linear carmenere with dried dark fruit and fresh herb. Medium body, light tannins and acrisp finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
CALITERRA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDATRIBUTO
TASTING NOTES
A white with lots of grass and celery. Sliced green apple. Full body, rich and flavorful. Ripe fruit onthe finish. Very stylish and intense. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
CARMEN CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUAGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Minty aromas with some lemon rind and some dark fruits. Juicy and straightforward. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
CARMEN SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDAWAVE SERIES
TASTING NOTES
A mediumbodied, white with sliced pear, apple, and lemon flavors. Always a delicious sauvignonblanc. Drink now.
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CASAS DEL BOSQUECABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE RAPEL RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This is a delicious cab from 100yearold head pruned vineyards. Medium to full body, delicateround textured tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
CASAS DEL BOSQUESAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE CASABLANCA RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of sliced lemon, melon, and celery. Medium body, delicious fruit. And a bright finish. Denseand fresh. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
CASAS DEL BOSQUESYRAH VALLE DE LEYDAROSÉ
TASTING NOTES
A more fruitforward style syrah with lots of fruit and citrus aromas and flavors. Fresh and delicious.More like a light red. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE Non Vintage
SCORE 90
CASAS DEL BOSQUE VALLEDE CASABLANCA BOBLANC DE NOIRS
TASTING NOTES
A fruity and rich sparkling wine with dried fruits and hints of lemons. Medium body, fresh acidity.Nice bead and texture. 62% chardonnay and 38% pinot noir. 24 months bottle aged. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
CLOS DE LA LUZCARMENERE VALLE DERAPEL MASSAL 1945
TASTING NOTES
This shows a ripe nose with cassis, some black olives and dried flowers with citrus undertones. Thepalate is dense with round tannins but a bit short. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Colchagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
CONCHA Y TORO MALBECMARCHIGUE SERIERIBERAS GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and delicate malbec with dried fruit and blueberry character. Hints of spice. Medium body,light cream and a fruity finish. Drink now.
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CONCHA Y TORO PINOTNOIR VALLE DE LIMARÍMARQUÉS DE CASA
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
MARQUÉS DE CASACONCHA
Lots of dried strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors in this. Full body, round texture and sweetberry aftertaste. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
CONCHA Y TOROSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE LEYDA MARQUÉS DECASA CONCHA
TASTING NOTES
A bright and fresh white with sliced lemon, green apple and stone. Medium to light body, crispacidity. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
COUSIÑO-MACULCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO DONMATIAS RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Very attractive aromas of mint, blackberry and blueberry follow through to a medium body with firmtannins. Delicate finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
DE MARTINO CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO LEGADO RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of light currant jam and spice follow through to a full body, velvety tannins and a flavorfulfinish. Solid cabernet for the money. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
DE MARTINO CARMENEREVALLE DE MAIPO LEGADO
TASTING NOTES
A dense and flavorful red with dried berry and fresh herb aromas and flavors. Full to medium body,velvety tannins. Lightly chewy finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Coquimbo
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
DE MARTINO SYRAH VALLEDE CHOAPA LEGADORESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A nose reminiscent of bark with some meaty baconlike aromas. Black olives too. The palate,despite being fullbodied, is sharp and focused with plenty of dark fruits. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
ECHEVERRIA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECURICÓ FAMILY RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Very attractive aromas of blueberry and black currant with hints of mint. Medium to full body, veryfine and ripe tannins, and a fruity and delicious finish. Drink now or hold.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
ERRÁZURIZ CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEACONCAGUA MAXRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A very pretty cabernet with light black currant and fresh flower leaf aromas and flavors. Mediumbody, fine tannins and a crisp finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
ESCUDO ROJOCARMENERE CHILE
TASTING NOTES
Lots of sweet tobacco and berry character with plenty of fruit and spice. Medium body, fresh finish.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
ESCUDO ROJOCHARDONNAY CHILE
TASTING NOTES
A pretty chard with sliced cooked apple and cream aromas and flavors. Medium body, light yogurt,citrus and mineral character. Real chardonnay for an excellent price. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
ESCUDO ROJOSAUVIGNON BLANC CHILE
TASTING NOTES
A dense and pretty white with sliced lemon, pear and apple. Medium body, fresh finish. Crisp glassof outstanding white for the money.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
GARAGE WINE CO VALLEDE MAULE LOT #53 OLDVINE PALE
TASTING NOTES
A fruity rosé that tastes more like a light red with watermelon, lemon and strawberry aromas andflavors. Light body. Clean finish. Phenolic tension. Carignan, granacha and mataró. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
HACIENDA ARAUCANOCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE COLCHAGUARESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A balanced and pretty wine with dried fruit and lemon peel aromas and flavors. Medium body, fruityfinish. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
HARAS DEL PIRQUECARMENERE VALLE DEMAIPO RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This has ripe aromas of dark fruits with graphite. The palate is fruity and savory, concluding withclean walnutlike finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
HOUSE VALLE DE MAULEATERCIOPELADO
TASTING NOTES
A tangy and bright red with orange peel and dried plum character. Aromatic. Medium body, notannins and a bright finish. Part of the house wine project for Morandé when different winemakersgot together and made their own wines just one concrete egg. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
HOUSE SYRAH CHILETIRAZIS
TASTING NOTES
A red with dark fruits and eucalyptus on the nose. Fullbodied, with a good backbone of acidity thatconcludes in a nutlike finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
HOUSE VALLE DE MAULEMALMAU
TASTING NOTES
A juicy and medium fruity red with blueberry and walnut aromas and flavors. Medium body, simplefinish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
KINGSTON FAMILYVINEYARDS SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DECASABLANCA CARIBLANCO
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and fruity white with sliced white peach and apple. Medium body, clean and lively. Tangyfinish. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
LAGAR DE BEZANA ALTOCACHAPOAL MCT
TASTING NOTES
A juicy and fruity red with lots of berry and spice character plus hints of flowers. Medium body, prettyfruit and an herbal finish. A blend of malbec, carmenere and tannat. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
LAPOSTOLLE CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
A fruity and straightforward carignan with berry character and spices. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
MAQUIS CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA MAQUIS
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blueberry, black currant and hints of soft flowers. Medium body, fine tannins and a freshfinish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
MAQUIS CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUA
TASTING NOTES
A little lean but some good ripe berry and spice character and hints of fresh herbs. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 90
MAQUIS VALLE DECOLCHAGUA LIEN
TASTING NOTES
A fruity and fresh style with linear fruit and tannins. Medium body, fine tannins and a clean finish.Carmenere, syrah, cabernet franc and petit verdot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
MELI CARIGNAN VALLE DEMAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
This has a funky nose of dark fruits with some smoky coffee notes. The palate is rustic with somefruit. Enjoyable. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
MONTES CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUAALPHA
TASTING NOTES
A very pretty carmenere with light leaf, dark berry, and spice. Medium to full body, fine tannins and aspicy finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Maule & Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
MONTES CINSAULTSECANO INTERIOR OUTERLIMITS OLD ROOTS
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and ripe red with plum and hints of lemon rind. Medium to full body, fresh acidity and a vividfinish. Fruity and straightforward. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
MONTES VALLE DECOLCHAGUA OUTERLIMITS
TASTING NOTES
The nose suggests wild strawberry with some spices. The palate is fruitforward with balancedacidity and a clean walnutlike finish. A blend of grenache with the balance of carignan andmourvedre or monastrell. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
MONTES VALLE DECOLCHAGUA TWINS
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and clean wine with blackberry and hints of chocolate. Medium body, light tannins. Easydrinking and delicious. A fun blend of 35% cabernet sauvignon, 30% syrah, 25% carmenere and10% tempranillo. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
MONTGRAS SYRAH VALLEDE COLCHAGUA ANTU
TASTING NOTES
A Colchagua red with dark fruits and garrigue, some unusual lemon rind too. A light version of syrahshowing little varietal character. Light and easy. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE Non Vintage
SCORE 90
MORANDÉ CHARDONNAYVALLE DE CASABLANCAEXTRA BRUT METODOTRADICIONAL
TASTING NOTES
A little frothy but pretty dried apple and pie crust character. Medium to full body, dry and delicious.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
PALO ALTO VALLE DEMAULE
TASTING NOTES
Shows plenty of lemon and hints of fennel character. Medium body and a fresh, crisp finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
PALO ALTO VALLE DEMAULE RESERVA I
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and bright red with blackberry and blueberry aromas and flavors. Medium body, round andripe tannins. Crisp finish. 50% cabernet, 30% carmenere and 20% syrah. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
PANDOLFI PRICECHARDONNAY VALLE DEITATA LOS PATRICIOS
TASTING NOTES
On the nose this shows lemon rind character with some creamy notes. Full malo. The palate isexuberant with a dense texture, plus enough acidity to balance it and a nutty prolonged finish.Smoky. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
PÉREZ CRUZ PETITVERDOT VALLE DE MAIPOCHASKI
TASTING NOTES
Shows lots of rich fruit with blueberry and plum aromas and flavors. Full body, round and silkytannins and a fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
POLKURA SYRAHMARCHIGUE VALLE DECOLCHAGUA LOTE D
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and savory red with light plum and lemon peel character. Medium body. No wood. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
QUINTAY SYRAH VALLE DECASABLANCA GRANDRESERVE
TASTING NOTES
A ripe almost jammy version of Casablanca syrah with dried meat and dark fruits. Licorice too. Fullbodied with lots of blackberry character. Fruitforward and easy. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
SAN PEDRO CARMENEREVALLE DE MAULE 1895
TASTING NOTES
A fruity and spicy carmenere with dried fruits such as strawberry and spice. Medium body, crispacidity and a fruity, lightly jammy aftertaste. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
SANTA EMA SAUVIGNONBLANC ISLA DE MAIPOSELECT TERROIR
TASTING NOTES
This is fantastic quality for the money. Aromas of lemon rind, stone and mango. Medium body, crispand pretty. Plenty of citrus undertones. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
SANTA EMA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDAAILA
TASTING NOTES
A more grassy character with a grilled asparagus undertone in the nose. Medium body, fresh acidityand an oyster undertone. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
SANTA RITA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO MEDALLA REALUNOAKED
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and flowery red with medium body, dark fruit and hints of blackberry and blueberry. Crispfinish. No wood treatment here. Fun wine. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
SANTA RITA CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUAMEDALLA REAL
TASTING NOTES
Dried fruit and tobacco aromas and flavors follow through to a medium to full body, chewy tanninsand a juicy finish. A little overdone. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
SANTA RITA PINOT NOIRCHILE SECRET RESERVE
TASTING NOTES
This has ginger with dried strawberries and flowers. Slightly jammy but finishes austere enough.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
SANTA RITA VALLE DEMAIPO SECRET RESERVE
TASTING NOTES
A red with blueberry, walnut and light spice. Medium body, light tannins and a simple finish. A blendof 53% cabernet sauvignon, 20% merlot, 15% syrah, 7% petit verdot and 5% carmenere. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
TERRA NOBLE CARIGNANVALLE DE MAULE GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of ripe blackberry, flower, and sliced lemon. Medium to full body, hints of new wood and afresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
TUTUNJIAN CHILE ENTREVALLES
TASTING NOTES
Aromas bramble berries with milk chocolate and spices. Simple and fruitforward with round tannins.A blend of cabernet sauvignon from Maipo, carmenere from Colchagua, syrah and malbec fromMaule. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
VENTISQUERO CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO GREY
TASTING NOTES
Flowers and currants on the nose. Medium body, fine tannins and a chocolate, berry and walnutundertone. Delicious now. Why wait?
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
VIÑA CASABLANCA PINOTNOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA CEFINORESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A delicate and spicy pinot with leather and dried fruit. Light body, fine tannins and a clean finish.Balanced. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
VIÑA CASABLANCA PINOTNOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA PINOT DELCERRO
TASTING NOTES
Some berry and spice aromas and flavors. Medium body, dried berry and pepper flavors. Mediumchewy tannins and a fresh finish. A little rustic but outstanding quality. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
VIÑA MAIPO CABERNETSAUVIGNON CHILE VITRALRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Plenty of spices and dark fruits on the nose of this wine with some hot stones too. The palate showsbeautiful yet delineated fruit. Polished tannins. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 90
VIÑA TARAPACÁ SYRAHVALLE DE MAIPO GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
An unusually minty syrah with lots of bright blueberry character on the nose. Spices too. Fruitforward and juicy. Fullbodied. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 90
VIÑA VON SIEBENTHALCARMENERE VALLE DEACONCAGUA GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and spicy red with dried flowers. Medium body, bright acidity and a fruity finish. Tangy. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
VIÑEDOS LO ABARCA SANANTONIO NO 1
TASTING NOTES
Earthy and spicy with lots of decadent meat character plus ripe fruit. Medium to full body, fine anddelicate tannins and a candied strawberry and cherry character. Hints of lemon rind too. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 90
VIU MANENT CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUA ELINCIDENTE
TASTING NOTES
Here is a red with sweat tobacco and tomato leaf character. Medium body, and a fresh finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
WAVE SERIES VALLE DELEYDA RIGHT WAVE
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and clean pinot with sliced strawberry and berry character. Lemon undertone. Medium tolight body, crisp finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
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SCORE 90
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
WILLIAM COLE VINEYARDSPINOT NOIR VALLE DECASABLANCA MIRADORSELECTION
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and bright red with dried strawberry and leather aromas and flavors. Medium body plusraspberry, citrus and mineral undertones. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 90
WILLIAM COLE VINEYARDSSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE CASABLANCA ALBAMAR
TASTING NOTES
Stone and sliced lemon aromas and flavors. Light body, crisp acidity and a long and flavorful finish.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
ANTIYAL CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO PURA FE
TASTING NOTES
A pure cabernet from Maipo showing ripe raspberries and some stewed fruit. The palate, despitewhat the bouquet suggests, is medium to fullbodied with some ripe character. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 89
CALYPTRA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECACHAPOAL ZAHIR
TASTING NOTES
A little jammy and rustic with fresh herbs. Vanilla. Full body, round and silky tannins. A little simpleon the finish.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 89
CANEPA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DECOLCHAGUA FINISIMO
TASTING NOTES
A red with light strawberry aromas. Full to mediumbodied. Juicy and fruity. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
CARMEN CARIGNAN VALLEDE MAULE GRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Fresh and simple with sliced berry and lemon rind. Some spices too. The palate shows someupfront fruit and a good backbone of acidity
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REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
CHONO CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO SINGLE VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of candied blackberry and currant follow through to a medium body, firm tannins and alightly juicy finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 89
CONCHA Y TOROCHARDONNAY VALLE DECASABLANCA AMELIA
TASTING NOTES
Old school style chardonnay with lots of yogurt and cream aromas and flavors. Full body andflavorful finish. Gives a sweet finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 89
CONO SUR MERLOT VALLEDE COLCHAGUA 20BARRELS LIMITED EDITION
TASTING NOTES
This shows some fresh tobacco, berry and slate character. Medium body, good fruit and firmtannins. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
ECHEVERRIA VALLE DELMAIPO ELEMENTOS
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of black currants and spice. Tile undertones. Medium body, chewy tannins. A little rustic butI like it. A blend of cabernet sauvignon and a bit of petit verdot, carmenere and carignan. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 89
HARAS DEL PIRQUECHARDONNAY VALLE DEMAIPO RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Sliced apple and lemon aromas and flavors. Medium body, fresh acidity and a clean finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
HARAS DEL PIRQUESAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE LEYDA ALBACLARA
TASTING NOTES
The nose of this sauvignon blanc suggests green apples with grapefruit. The palate is slightly offdry. Some may like it. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 89
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
MONTES MALBEC VALLEDE COLCHAGUA ALPHA
TASTING NOTES
A firm and silky malbec with tannins. Medium body, fresh and subtle fruit. Clean and linear. Moredelicate style. Sustainable dry farming. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 89
PALO ALTO CHILE ORGANICWINE
TASTING NOTES
Very pretty blackberry, black currant and stone aromas follow through to full body, hints of jammyfruit and a medium finish. From organic grapes. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, syrah, carmenereand merlot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 89
RITUAL MERLOT VALLE DECASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
A soft and easy merlot with tobacco and tomato leaf aromas and flavors. Full body, soft velvetytannins. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
SAN PEDRO CARMENEREVALLE DE MAULE TIERRASMORADAS
TASTING NOTES
Lots of new wood in the nose with spice and herbal character overriding the ripe fruit. Full body,round and tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
SANTA CAROLINACARMENERE VALLE DERAPEL RESERVA DEFAMILIA
TASTING NOTES
Some dried mushroom and dried fruit character. White pepper. The palate shows juicy fruit but lacksoverall integrity. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
SANTA EMA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A cabernet with currant, dried walnut and light cappuccino. Medium body, fruity finish. Straight up.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 89
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 89
SANTA RITA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDAFLORESTA
TASTING NOTES
This shows aromas of asparagus with lemon rind and grapefruit. Good backbone of acidity andsome texture but finishes short. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 89
SANTA RITA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDAMEDALLA REAL
TASTING NOTES
The nose shows bell peppers with asparagus. The palate has decent texture and shows discreetsweetness. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 89
TABALÍ PINOT NOIR VALLEDE LIMARÍ TALINAY
TASTING NOTES
The nose is very inexpressive in this Limarí pinot. Light and diluted. It has no definitive fault butlacks life. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Sud
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 89
VIÑA AQUITANASAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE MALLECO SOL DE SOL
TASTING NOTES
The nose shows cut lemons with grassy undertones. The palate is simple with citric character butfinishes a bit short. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
VIÑA KOYLE CARMENEREALTO COLCHAGUA ROYALE
TASTING NOTES
Fresh and simple with medium fruit, light herb and a lightly austere finish with some espressoundertones. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
VIÑA ROJA VALLE DEMAULE VIGNO
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of tar, blueberry and tobacco leaf. The nose is a bit marked by the wood. Medium to fullbody, soft and silky tannins and a lightly jammy finish. Drink now.
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REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2010
SCORE 89
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 89
VISTAMAR VALLE DECACHAPOAL GRANRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blackberry, blueberry and hints of chocolate. Full body, round and velvety tannins and aflavorful finish. A little too much wood but some may like it. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, syrah,petite sirah, petit verdot and carmenere. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 89
VIU MANENT VALLE DECOLCHAGUA VIBO - PUNTADEL VIENTO
TASTING NOTES
This has celery aromas with some red fruits. The palate is delicate but lacks fruit and is a little short.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 89
VIU MANENT VALLE DECOLCHAGUA VIÑEDOCENTENARIO
TASTING NOTES
A little bitter with pleasant berry, chocolate and green olive undertones. A blend of cabernetsauvignon and malbec. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2007
SCORE 88
ALBIS VALLE DE MAIPO TASTING NOTES
Lots of toasted oak and spice dominate this wine. Full body, chewy tannins. Turns a little dry. Ablend of 71% cabernet sauvignon and 29% carmenere. A little overdone. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 88
ANTIYAL VALLE DE MAIPOKUYEN
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of currant, hazelnut and berry follow through to a medium body, medium chewy tannins anda simple finish. A blend of 56% syrah, 27% cabernet sauvignon, 13% carmenere and 7% petitverdot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
ANTIYAL VALLE DE MAIPOPURA FE
TASTING NOTES
A red with dried fruit and spice aromas with toasted oak. Medium body, lightly jammy. A little oldschool. A blend of garnacha and syrah. Drink now.
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SCORE 88
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2011
SCORE 88
ATTILIO & MOCHICARMENERE VALLE DEMAULE SUCRE
TASTING NOTES
A tangy and light chewy red with dried berry and fresh herb character. Finishes a little dull.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 88
CALYPTRA CHARDONNAYVALLE DE CACHAPOALGRAN RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
This is a chardonnay with the full malo and lees stir giving it a rich and old school style. Some maylike it but I find it a little overdone.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 88
CANEPA CARMENEREPEUMO VALLE DE RAPELFINISIMO
TASTING NOTES
White pepper with some dried flowers. This has some juicy fruit but finishes slightly short. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
CASAS DEL BOSQUECARMENERE VALLE DERAPEL RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A light and simple red with rose petal and dark berry character. Medium body, delicate tannins andfresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 88
CATRALA MERLOT VALLEDE CASABLANCA GRANDRESERVE
TASTING NOTES
Some stewed fruit with dried berry and herb character. Green olives. Medium body. Fresh finish.Funky. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Maule
VINTAGE 2012
CHONO CAUQUENESENTRE CORDILLERAS
TASTING NOTES
This shows richness and softness with hints of vanilla and fruit. Medium body, simple finish. A blendof 60% cabernet sauvignon, 27% petit verdot and 13% tempranillo. Drink now.
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VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 88
COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
CLOS ANDINO CARMENEREVALLE DE CACHAPOALGRANDE RESERVE
TASTING NOTES
Some berry and spice character with hints of herbs. Medium body, fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
CLOS ANDINO PEUMO LACARMENREE
TASTING NOTES
A fruity and fresh wine with dried berry and spice. Medium body. Simple finish.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
CONCHA Y TOROCARIGNAN VALLE DEMAULE
TASTING NOTES
This has ginger and strawberry undertones. The acidity is pronounced and while it could use somefruit it is still enjoyable. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 88
CONCHA Y TOROSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDE CASABLANCATERRUNYO COSTA LOSBOLDOS VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
Some dried apple and grilled asparagus aromas and flavors. Medium body, very bright acidity and aflavorful finish. Searing acidity. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 88
CREMASCHI FURLOTTICHILE EDICIÓN LIMITADADE FAMILIA
TASTING NOTES
A blend of cabernet sauvignon, carmenere and syrah that is a little light and shows herbal character.Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
CREMASCHI FURLOTTICHILE
TASTING NOTES
Zinfandel? Not sure but a pleasant red with vanilla character. Light on the palate with significantacidity and a clean, slightly dry finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Loncomilla
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 88
CREMASCHI FURLOTTIPETIT VERDOT VALLE DELONCOMILLA RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A red with white pepper and dark berry aromas and flavors. Medium body, light tannins and a brightand fresh finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 88
GARCES SILVA SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDABOYA
TASTING NOTES
A simple sauvignon blanc with aromas of cut grass and some asparagus. Fruity,clean and tight.Pleasant. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Chile
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
HUGO CASANOVA CHILEANTAÑO RESERVEA
TASTING NOTES
This as a unique light red, orange tinted color. Full body, round and fruity. Tangy orange peelundertones. Very red wine like. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Cachapoal Valley
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 88
IWINES CARMENEREPEUMO LATINA
TASTING NOTES
A little woody but some nice dried berry and chocolate character. Medium body. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 88
LEYDA SAUVIGNON BLANCVALLE DE LEYDA SINGLEVINEYARD GARUMA
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of sliced apple, hints of grass and celery. Medium body, very tart and lemony. Light finish.Screw cap. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
MIGUEL TORRESSAUVIGNON BLANC VALLEDEL ELQUI CORDILLERA
TASTING NOTES
Light and fresh sauvignon blanc. A little neutral but nice apple and lemon character. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Coquimbo
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 88
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
MONT GRAS VALLE DECOLCHAGUA ANTU
TASTING NOTES
A little hollow with lots of chocolate and wood character. Medium body. Yet pleasing and fruity. Ablend of cabernet sauvignon with carmenere. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2016
SCORE 88
MONTES SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDALIMITED SELECTION
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and herbal white with sliced apple and grapefruit. Some grilled asparagus. Medium body,bright acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 88
MORANDÉ VALLE DE MAIPOEDICIÓN LIMITADACRIOLLO DEL MAIPO
TASTING NOTES
A ripe style of camernere with some hay and asphalt and notes. Light and fruity on the palate. Dryfruit finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
SANTA EMA MERLOT VALLEDE MAIPO RESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A simple wine with chocolate and vanilla aromas plus hints of berry. Medium body, light finish.Needs a little more compression in the palate, giving it structure. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 88
VIÑA AQUITANA CABERNETSAUVIGNON VALLE DEMAIPO AQUITANIARESERVA
TASTING NOTES
A little jammy and simple with some plum and berry character. Medium body, straightforward finish.Drink now.
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VIÑA CHOCALANCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE DE MAIPO VINACHOCALAN GRAN
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of black currants and sweet tobacco follow through to a medium body, light tannins and a
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 88
CHOCALAN GRANRESERVA ORIGEN
savory finish. A little light at the finish. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 88
WILLIAM COLE VINEYARDSCABERNET SAUVIGNONVALLE CENTRAL ALBAMAR
TASTING NOTES
A fresh and fruity red with plum, berry and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium body, light tanninsand a fruity finish. Delicious and straightforward. Drink now. Screw cap.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle de Itata
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 87
CARMEN PORTUGAIS BLEUVALLE DE ITATA CUARTEL 5
TASTING NOTES
A rustic portugais bleu with dark fruits and hay on the nose. The palate shows plenty of sweet fruitthat concludes in a slightly jammy note. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 87
CHONO CARMENEREVALLE DE COLCHAGUASINGLE VINEYARD
TASTING NOTES
A carmenere with some copper notes and some herbal character. On the palate it is light andfinishes slightly short. Still enjoyable. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 87
CUCAO CHARDONNAYVALLE DE COLCHAGUA CHRESERVA
TASTING NOTES
The nose on this reminds me of a ripe riesling with with white flowers. The palate on the other handlacks some life.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 87
LA RECOVA VINEYARDVALLE DE CASABLANCA
TASTING NOTES
This is a crazy rosé that uses a ripasso method with syrah skins on sauvignon blanc juice. Full bodyand fruity. More like a ready made kir. Drink now.
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LOMA LARGA VINEYARDSMALBEC VALLE DE
TASTING NOTES
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2012
SCORE 87
MALBEC VALLE DECASABLANCA UNFILTERED
Funky and fruity. A little bit jammy. The palate is light yet the fruit is lush and almost excessive. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Aconcagua
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 87
MORANDÉGEWURTZTRAMINER VALLEDE CASABLANCA RESERVAONE TO ONE
TASTING NOTES
Not much gewurz character but a pleasant white with some mango character. Fresh finish. Drinknow.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 87
PALO ALTO VALLE DEMAULE WINEMAKER'SSELECTION
TASTING NOTES
A cabernet with a surprisingly exuberant nose while the palate is short and diluted. A blend of syrah,carignan and merlot. Drink now.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2015
SCORE 87
SAN PEDRO SAUVIGNONBLANC VALLE DE LEYDA
TASTING NOTES
Some pleasant cooked apple and pineapple character. Full to medium body. Good acidity. But alittle bit too much asparagus at the finish.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Limarí
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 86
TABALÍ MALBEC VALLE DELIMARÍ ROCA MADRE
TASTING NOTES
A little too raisiny this year with lots of burning fruit character and bright acidity.
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2013
SCORE 86
VALDIVIESO SAGRADAFAMILIA CABALLO LOCOGRAND CRU
TASTING NOTES
A little disjointed with some jammy fruit and wood. Not very exciting.
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ARESTI MERLOT VALLE DE TASTING NOTES
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COUNTRY Chile
REGION Valle Central
VINTAGE 2014
SCORE 85
ARESTI MERLOT VALLE DECURICÓ TRISQUEL
TASTING NOTES
An herbal malbec with asparagus and some funky earthy notes. The palate is light, if not diluted.Hard to get excited about. Drink now.
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