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Concha y Toro Terrunyo Carmenere(1999)
Tended by the winemaker's attentive hand, each varietal grows and ripens within its own particular Terruño (the Spanish word for the French concept of terroir), an exceptional piece of land in the heart of the very best vineyards of Concha y Toro. Each Terrunyo varietal originates from a unique, specific vineyard in which the microclimate, the chosen grape stock, a select piece of soil and the expert hand of man interact magically in a metaphysical conjunction, which creates perfect harmony and delivers unrivaled quality.
Region: Block 27, Peumo Vineyard in Rapel Valley, read more...
Region: Block 27, Peumo Vineyard in Rapel Valley, read more...
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June 2007
- 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, poor soil. A 12-year-old vineyard was selected, the oldest in the area. Yield per hectare was 35hl. About 75% of stemmed grapes were cold-macerated at 10ºC for 48 hours, then fermented in stainless steel tanks at temperature ranging from 27ºC to 30ºC. The wine read more...
- October 2007
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No written review
- October 2007
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No written review
- August 2007
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No written review
- Wine & Spirits Magazine
- 94/100
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June 2007
