This bottle shows what the variety can do at full ripeness. There’s no vegetal sort of vibe happening – it’s all blackcurrants, plums, fall spice and baker’s chocolate, delivered on firm tannins that are supple and extend the finish. This will take a little bottle aging to full round out, but it’ll be worth the wait. Contains 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Concha Y Toro, Peumo (Cachapaol Valley, Chile) Carmenere 2012
By Rich Cook