Santa Rita "Medalla

"Broad-shouldered, with lots of tobacco, currant paste and loam notes backed by a muscular structure. The dark, dense finish shows hints of cedar and roasted vanilla. Has lots of Pauillac-like grip. A terrific value. Drink now through 2014." (Web Only, 2008) 90 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Bright ruby. Musky red berry and cherry aromas are complicated by underbrush, pungent herbs and dried rose. Impressively complex on the palate, offering sweet red- and blackcurrant, bitter cherry, mocha and licorice flavors. Dusty tannins carry through the long, spicy finish, adding structure and grip. This is balanced to age and could stand up to many Bordeaux at three times this price." (Mar/Apr 08) 90 points from Wine Enthusiast: "In the 2005 vintage, Medalla Real again ranks as one of Chile�s most elevated under-$20 wines (after a few less impressive years). The nose veers between herbal and ripe, while the palate shows nothing but pure cassis, cherry and Maipo terroir. It�s tight, structured and still ready to drink. Juicy more than beefy; a real treat." (5/1/2008)