Peñalolen Cabernet Sauvignon

As any regular reader here probably knows, I’m a fan of Chilean wines.  It’s not that I have any personal connection to Chile, it’s just that we tend to find really good values from this region.  This cabernet from Peñalolen is no exception.

This wine comes from the Maipo Valley region in Chile, which is one of the oldest and most productive wine regions in Chile.  Maipo Valley is best known for its red wines, and particularly for its cabernet sauvignon.

The first smell of this wine makes me say, “hmmm, that’s nice” which is pretty good, but not quite a “wowee!”  It shows some pretty typical aromas for a cabernet sauvignon, like cassis, black cherry, cedar and pencil shavings.  The palate offers up tart blackberry, plum and coffee flavors with really good acidity.  The mouthfeel is nice with this one too.  The finish is medium in length and provides a tart cherry finish.

Wine: Peñalolen
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2009
Alcohol: 14%
Rating: 87
Price: $18.00

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Disclosure: This wine was received as a sample.