Central Valley

Alluring bouquet of red berry and mocha. Voluptuous on the palate, with fresh acidity and a satisfying tannic bite towards the finish. An outstanding Carménère from one of Chile’s foremost wineries. 
Will Heslop, Buyer. Berry Bros. & Rudd.

Carménère of the highest order from one of the most exciting producers in Chile. The nose is complex and inviting, with aromas of crunchy redcurrant, clove (pointing to 12 months in French oak) and black pepper. The palate is a awash with red fruit – no surprise to learn Cristóbal included 7% Tempranillo in the final blend – and is at once round and generous, yet mineral, with mouth-watering acidity.
This has all the attributes to improve over the next five years but holds huge appeal now, on a downright autumnal afternoon in August 2017.
Will Heslop, Buyer. Berry Bros. & Rudd

There are several reasons why sommeliers and critics are so excited about Itata, a coastal region some 400km south of Santiago. For one thing, Itata boats a wealth of old bush vines – in this case Cinsault owned by the venerable Don Candelario Hinojosa but leased long-term to Koyle. The cool climate and rocky soils (decomposed granite with pockets of quartz) impart a crystalline character to the best of the region’s wines.
Don Cande Cinsault is a case in point; the palate is as fresh and cleansing as a raspberry sorbet, with a hint of bay leaf on the finish. A bittersweet symphony with no lack of verve. Winemaker Cristóbal Undurraga opted to age half the 2015 cuvée in concrete eggs, which accounts for its mouth-caressing texture.
As marvellous an accompaniment to poached salmon as it is pork belly or a minute steak.
Will Heslop, Buyer. Berry Bros. & Rudd

A remarkably full-bodied and fruit expressive Cabernet Sauvignon, with masses of ripe blackcurrant and black cherry fruit, ably supported by spicy French oak notes. The fine, ripe tannins make this a very page-worthy wine.
Martin Hudson MW, Wine Buyer

A truly exciting wine from one of Chile’s most forward-thinking wineries, this is a blend of Monastrell, Garnacha, Cariñena and Syrah, grown on a hillside vineyard in Los Lingues. The soil here is (volcanic) decomposed basalt. Cerro Basalto is flamboyant – with heady aromas including fresh raspberries, dried herbs and black olives – yet well-defined. It is partially aged in concrete eggs, something of a speciality for Koyle. Try it with well-seasoned meat or any vegetarian dishes.
Will Heslop, Buyer. Berry Bros. & Rudd

A deep, intense and attractive ruby red color. The bouquet is pure and forward, revealing clean aromas of blackberries, blackcurrant and licorice, associated with subtle notes of vanilla, dark chocolate,incense and spices.

The mouth feel is generous with round, concentrated and refined tannins, underlining a plenitude of ripe fruit. The wine is polished, elegant and focused, ending in a long, dense and fleshy finish. The overall result is a complex and powerful wine, persistent, layered and well balanced.

Almaviva was established in 1996 by Baron Philippe de Rothschild (of Ch. Mouton Rothschild) and Concha y Toro. Their aim was to create the first Bordeaux Grand Cru Classé equivalent in Chile. With 40 hectares of Concha y Toro's best Puente Alto vineyards and the steady hand of Patrick Leon (winemaker at Mouton and Opus One), the results have been nothing short of spectacular.

The nose is elegant and multi-layered, revealing a generous bouquet of ripe cassis, wild berries and violets, with underlying notes of vanillin, espresso bean and dark mocha. The palate is packed full of rich and dense fruit, yet there is a cool definition and character to the wine. The tannins are perfectly balanced and ripe. The cool growing season has no doubt balanced out the rich character of fruit with a real sense of harmony and balance.

Located in the Maipo Valley, in Chile's central zone, Puente Alto was recognized over twenty years ago as offering ideal conditions for growing the Cabernet Sauvignon grape. It is here that 85 hectares have been reserved exclusively for Almaviva, the joint venture of Mouton- Rothschild and Concha y Toro. Characteristic features of Puente Alto include its stony soil, cold, rainy winters, and the hot days and cool nights of its summers. The Almaviva vineyard is tended with meticulous care from pruning to harvest. A revolutionary underground drip irrigation system has been installed, making it possible to deliver the precise amount of water that each vine needs with a constant concern for quality. 

2009 was an exceptionally easy year for the region - a perfect flowering, a hot and dry summer, cool nights and a healthy, juicy harvest have made for what the property describe as a pure, focussed, elegant wine with lovely, smooth tannins, a silky texture and exceptional balance.

2014
This is a wine that simultaneously defines elegance and power. Complex aromas of blueberry, black currant, and black licorice. Full-body yet refined and beautiful with stunning length and complexity. It has a transparency that shows such greatness and beauty. Half the normal production. Has an energy and brightness. Chile's first perfect wine and well deserved. Better in 2020. 100 points, James Suckling, Sept16

2012
This is a superb red with currant, white truffle, sandalwood and stone. Full body, chewy tannins and a powerful finish. Turns to iodine. Gravel and hints of licorice too. Very, very long. This IS the La Mission Haut Brion of Chile. A phenomenal cabernet sauvignon. Needs at least five years to soften. 800 cases. Wait until 2018. 97 points, James Suckling, Oct14

2010
A racy cabernet with plum and dark berry character and hints of chocolate. It's full-bodied, with firm tannins and a fresh finish. Plenty of hazelnut and cherry character in the aftertaste. Give it three to four years of bottle age before opening. 95 points, James Suckling, Jun14