Concha Y Toro Terrunyo Cabernet Sauvignon 2000

Wine & Spirits rating: 90

Supple and elegant, with dried currant, black cherry, mineral, toast and cedar notes all on display. Despite its mature feel, a nice dash of good, sweet fruit still lingers on the finish. Very stylish. Wine Spectator 90 Points

Looking for something delicious and new? This wine was what Bordeaux was originally primarily made from, now its found almost exclusively in Chili. This is the best example in the world of this incredible variety, which combines the best of Cabernet and Merlot. Bright, deep red in color; exhibits hints of chocolate, pepper and strong spices. Tasty and full-bodied, with strong tannins imparting the particular style of this very unique varietal which grows virtually nowhere else. This Carmenere originates in Lot 21 of Concha y Toro's Peumo vineyards, an area noted for highly permeable, read more...poor soil. A 12-year-old vineyard was selected, the oldest in the area. Yields are extremely low, resulting in rich, concentrated wines. This Carmenere was blended with a bit of Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in French oak barrels for 19 months. Enjoy this wine with red meats, cheeses, pastas and wild rabbit. Concha y Toro has really stepped up the quality of its higher-end wines, as this delicious Carmenere shows. Lovely flesh and balance here, with ripe blackberry and plum flavors, suave toast, and a long, creamy finish that delivers another wave of fruit. -Wine Spectator    (hide)

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine & Spirits Magazine

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine & Spirits

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 02/28/03