Casillero del Diablo - Malbec

Vintage: 2008
Type: Malbec
Country: Chile



Malbec is a grape that I only approach when I'm feeling particularly gutsy or confident, so maybe the timing was just a bit off today. This Malbec offers up an amazing bouquet after swirling it around just a tiny touch. It tastes of various berries, is strongly oaked and offers up a vanilla-like finish. This wine should always be paired with food, as it would be too bold on its own. I wondered why this wine is so bold - it is probably because of the lack of rain and low altitude at which the grapes are grown in Chile. I reckon this will pair well with a rare and lightly seasoned steak.

Casillero del Diablo - Pinot Grigio

Vintage: 2008
Type: Pinot Grigio
Country: Chile - Casablanca Valley



DESCRIPTION

This is an easy-to-drink white that is perfect on hot, dry evenings, with or without a meal. We bought a case of this at Majestic (Callais) and have enjoyed a few bottles this summer already. It is refreshing and citrusy. Good lasting finish on the palate too!

Casillero del Diablo Shiraz

Vintage: 2007
Type: Shiraz
Country: Chile




Casillero del Diablo is a safe wine. Reasonably cheap (though the Cabernet is now quite expensive now that it has been recognised), this winery is reliable to produce a decent wine. The shiraz follows this trend, good flavour, good colour and good taste. I recommend it if you can find it for a good price.

Also the crest is pretty cool.

El Bosque

Vintage: 2006
Type: Carmenere
Country: Chile - Casablanca



I quite liked this wine. A straight Carmenere is a bit odd, but it worked quite well. Recommended.

Montgras Reserva

Vintage: 2006
Type: Merlot
Country: Chile - Colchagua Valley




Nice Merlot with good flavour and taste.

Clos Centenaire

Vintage: 2004
Type: Cabernet Blend
Country: Chile - Maule Valley



Lovely wine with a great taste. Old vines performing wonderfully. I enjoyed this red especially the hint of coffee. You need to let it breathe a bit.

More info here.

Curico Valley

Vintage: 2007
Type: Shiraz
Country: Chile



This fair trade wine was a gift for Christmas and it was not too bad. It was in a gift pack, which normally means to be wary, but it is from M&S so not to worry. I found it pleasant and easy to drink. Perfect with a meal.

Casillero del Diablo

Vintage: 2005
Type: Cabernet Sauvignon
Country: Chile



This is a great wine, and won an award for this year. It is fruity and full with a great balanced taste. Recommended.

Estacion

Vintage: 2006
Type: Cabernet Carmenere
Country: Chile



Good wine, easy to drink and a good flavour. The Cabernet Carmenere is a very interesting mix.

Aresti Estate Carmenere

Vintage: 2005
Type: Syrah Oak-Aged Reserva
Country: Chile



Nice Syrah. It went well with the spicy dish we had that evening. Nice rich fruity taste.

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Cerro Tololo

Vintage: 2005
Type: Shiraz
Country: Chile - Elqui Valley



Wow was this wine young. Even after having left it for several hours to breath, it was way to acidic and harsh. We set it aside for a day and the next evening it was tolerable. Perhaps with a few more years it will taste better, but if you like to enjoy your wine when you buy it: stay away!

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Las Casas

Vintage: 2007
Type: Cabernet Sauvignon
Country: Chile - Maule Valley



I liked this wine, though I suspect that it needs a bit more age on it before it really shows what it can do. It will certainly need a while to breath if you try it now. You can find more about it here

Gran Tarapacá

Vintage: 2004
Type: Cabernet Sauvignon
Country: Chilie - Maipo Valley



I Liked this wine. It was easy to drink and it had an excellent flavour and bouquet. You can order it here