Concha y Toro Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
Cabernet Sauvignon
from Chile, South America
winemaker's notes:
"Very solid, with ripe cassis, blackberry and boysenberry fruit offset by vanilla, mineral and cocoa notes. Shows a loamy undertow, but stays fresh and focused through the finish. This has a great track record of value. Drink now through 2007."
-Wine Spectator
This Cabernet Sauvignon shows why Chile is becoming such a great region to find rich, expressive, and good value wines. Full of beautifully ripe berry fruit, spice, and cassis, this is the perfect "house red" - get it while you can.
Origin: Maipo Valley, Puente Alto Vineyard
Soil: Alluvial, stony, poor in nutrients and highly permeable due to the gravel sub-soil.
Aging: 14 months in one, two, and three years old French oak barrels, then aged for a further six months after bottling.
Color: Dark ruby red.
Bouquet: Fine red black currants and black plums; with hints of toasty french oak.
Taste: Appetizing; smooth, well-rounded and tasteful. Well balance, high fineness and long finish.
Enjoy With: Red meats, barbecue, cheese, pasta.
user reviews:
The top 3 most liked reviews for this wine.
A Customer - Long Beach
Excellent cabernet. Strong black cherry aroma with a hint o spice. Nice finish with sweet tannins. I was lucky enough to buy it with employee discount. $12 per bottle :) …thanks wine.com
A Customer - san ramon ca
Aroma and taste of smoked sausage prevail in this inky, good value cab from Chile. Quite different terroir expression than US or French cabs, but interesting.
Smoked sausage flavors in wine? A good thing, believe me. Try it.
A Customer - St. Louis, MO
You won't find a better Cabernet Sauvignon for the price!
