Central Valley Viticultural Region

Cherry-red with violet hues. The nose is predominated by red fruit, like raspberries and cherries, and berries, such as blueberries. There are also spicy notes imparted from wine’s barrel aging,...

Rich aromas of ripe black fruit, mocha and caramel on the nose. It’s medium-to full-bodied with firm, polished tannins. Concentrated, plush and flavorful, yet it remains fresh.\n \n Producer Information\n...

This has good depth, the tannins and ripe flavors building nicely on the palate with a ton of fresh-blackberry and floral character. Good length for a 2016. A blend of...

This red offers ripe plum and cherry cordial flavors up front, revealing layers of nuance as it unfolds, including intriguing orange zest, Calabrian chili and olive notes. Presents a fresh,...

Deep, intense and opaque ruby red. The nose reveals a generous, powerful and layered bouquet of ripe cassis and blackberries, interwoven with hints of mineral, fine notes of vanilla, coffee,...

Deep, intense and opaque ruby red. The nose reveals a generous, powerful and layered bouquet of ripe cassis and blackberries, interwoven with hints of mineral, fine notes of vanilla, coffee,...

My last Chile article questioned whether 2018 had been the best vintage of the last 20 years in the country, so I was very curious to taste the 2018 Almaviva....

Aromas of blueberries, blackberries and fresh flowers. Very cool and pure. Medium-bodied with fine, linear and very integrated tannins that are compressed and silky-textured. New second wine of Almaviva. Needs...

Aromas of blueberries, blackberries and fresh flowers. Very cool and pure. Medium-bodied with fine, linear and very integrated tannins that are compressed and silky-textured. New second wine of Almaviva. Needs...

Aromas of blueberries, blackberries and fresh flowers. Very cool and pure. Medium-bodied with fine, linear and very integrated tannins that are compressed and silky-textured. New second wine of Almaviva. Needs...

Initial aromas of hot earth and pyrazines loosen their grip amid aromas of eucalyptus and tobacco. A saturated palate has good flow but is inarguably dense, while blackberry and cassis...

In 1942 Don Alfonso Chadwick had bought the Viña San Jose de Tocornal estate situated in Puente Alto on the rural outskirts of Santiago. It was here that Don Alfonso...

Chadwick Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto 2015 750 ML\n JS99 - James Suckling\n “Very deep and primary fruit character in this red gives the wine amazing length and focus. It seems...

Chadwick Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto 2015 750 ML\n JS99 - James Suckling\n “Very deep and primary fruit character in this red gives the wine amazing length and focus. It seems...

Very deep and primary fruit character to this red gives the wine amazing length and focus. It seems to go on forever. Full body yet vivid and energetic. Tannic and...

Very deep and primary fruit character to this red gives the wine amazing length and focus. It seems to go on forever. Full body yet vivid and energetic. Tannic and...

The blue fruit and dark berry aromas are so attractive and catching. Black licorice and blackberry notes. Full body, chewy yet polished tannins. I like the way the wine rolls...

The blue fruit and dark berry aromas are so attractive and catching. Black licorice and blackberry notes. Full body, chewy yet polished tannins. I like the way the wine rolls...

The aromas show blackcurrant, pine-tree, violet and light spearmint character. Full-bodied, yet reserved and tight with fine, creamy tannins. Hints of currants and fresh herbs. Extremely long and layered.\n Producer...

The aromas show blackcurrant, pine-tree, violet and light spearmint character. Full-bodied, yet reserved and tight with fine, creamy tannins. Hints of currants and fresh herbs. Extremely long and layered.\n Producer...

The 2021 Vinedo Chadwick fermented in stainless steel and troncoconic concrete vats, spent some 10 months in barrique, and then part of the wine (some 20%) was sent to the...

Medium-bodied, bright and flavorful showing cherry and berry notes that finish on a crisp background. Gentle tannins and a clean finish. Succulent soft wine, with rich ripe fruit flavors.\n \n...

Medium-bodied, bright and flavorful showing cherry and berry notes that finish on a crisp background. Gentle tannins and a clean finish. Succulent soft wine, with rich ripe fruit flavors.\n \n...

Colour: intense red with violet tints. Aroma: fresh ripe fruit aromas, such as blackberries and black currant. This is a generous, open wine. Palate: A drinkable wine with gentle tannins....

Colour: intense red with violet tints. Aroma: fresh ripe fruit aromas, such as blackberries and black currant. This is a generous, open wine. Palate: A drinkable wine with gentle tannins....

Rubbery aromas of latex blend with generic plum and herbal berry notes. This mass-market Merlot is solid in feel but highly herbal tasting, bordering on weedy. Spicy berry and green...

Rubbery aromas of latex blend with generic plum and herbal berry notes. This mass-market Merlot is solid in feel but highly herbal tasting, bordering on weedy. Spicy berry and green...

Pure, minerally and powerful, with concentrated flavors of red plum and dried raspberry, loaded with powerful meaty notes. Sandalwood accents linger on the finish, showing caressing tannins. \n \n Producer...

Impressive and charming nose with balanced and rich flavors. Great elegance and length on the finish.\n \n Producer Information\n Gato Negro — Spanish for “black cat” — was born as...

Gato Negro Semi Sweet Red is a fruity and sweet red wine, with intense flavors and notes of fresh grapes. Wonderful delight for the palate, delicious mouthfeel, easy to drink...

Berry and plum aromas come with varietal green-leaf accents. A solid palate is a bit choppy and tannic, while dark-berry, plum, spice and chocolate flavors wrap up on a flush...

This has a sheen of sweetly spicy aromas, vanillin in particular, and there’s a smooth, juicy and vibrant core of blackcurrant, plum and cherry aromas and flavors in behind.\n \n...

Slightly broken aromas of rubbery berry fruits and iodine are herbal and saucy. Following the nose, this Cabernet-led blend feels raw and scratchy. Flavors of red plum, basil and tomato...

This manually harvested, estate blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon is from vines that Rafael Tirado planted himself in 1993. The vineyard is planted to volcanic soils in...

The 2021 Arcillas de Laberinto Pa¡s comes from regrafted vines planted in 1993 on granite soils at the top of the slope of the property. It fermented with 30% full...

From the Maule Valley, Laberinto Arcillas 2020 País is a bright, medium-bodied unfiltered Pais wine produced from vines grown around Lake Colbún. Grapes are fermented 50% whole bunches and aged...

63% Cabernet Franc, 25% Merlot and 12% Cabernet Sauvignon. Harvested by hand at the beginning of April, fermented in concrete tanks with native yeasts at controlled temperature, 100% of the...

Some baked cherries, black pepper and dark spices. A full-bodied and rich cabernet with lots of cassis on the palate. Ripe, tannic and slightly chewy. Give it a year to...

Cabernet Sauvignon is the classic grape of Los Vascos’ vineyard and is the variety on which the estate has built its reputation. The common feature of all the vintages is...

An attractive cabernet sauvignon with blackcurrant, tobacco and some spice. It’s medium-bodied with round tannins and a flavorful finish. Very typical for a cab. 85% cabernet, 10% syrah and 5%...