Concha Y Toro Terrunyo, Peumo (Cachapoal Valley, Chile) Carmenere 2012

I might have guessed this wine to be an upper echelon Right Bank Bordeaux in a blind tasting – it’s solidly structured and complex, with great acidity and chalky tannins. Black fruit, dried herb, earthy minerality, judicious oak char and spice aromas and flavors are a bit closed initially, so let it get a good airing before serving.  Better yet, if you’ve got the time, lay some down for 5 to 10 years.  I’m pleasantly surprised by the entire Concha Y Toro line of Carmenere offerings!