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TerraMater 2005 Altum Single Vineyard Shiraz (Maipo Valley)

Editors' Choice

Price $22

Smooth as perfectly blended chocolate on the nose, with exceedingly comfortable yet ripe black-fruit aromas. The palate is luscious and just chewy enough, but with good spine and balance. Finishes with an alert blaze of oak and lots of length. As good a Chilean Syrah as you’re likely to find. — M.S. (3/1/2008)

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TerraMater 2003 Merlot (Maipo Valley)

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Price $9

Smooth and supple, with magnetic aromas of mocha, leather and blackberry. A standout among the world’s countless inexpensive Merlots; it displays succulent dark fruits, ample coffee and chocolate notes, and an even mouthfeel. Surprisingly complete, and handsome. Imported by American Wine Distributors. — M.S. (7/1/2005)

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TerraMater 2006 Altum Single Vineyard Shiraz (Maipo Valley)

Price $28

Mellow and composed on the nose, with a nice blend of earth, black fruit and toast aromas. If there’s a fault here it’s that the oak-fruit combination comes across lemony and narrow. But along the way it’s fruity, bright, lively and will never be accused of sitting quietly in the glass. 900 cases made. — M.S. (7/1/2009)

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TerraMater 2006 Unusual Cabernet-Shiraz-Zinfandel Red (Maipo Valley)

Price $50

Haven’t seen this unusual combination of grapes in quite some time, and you know what, it’s much better now than when we last saw it in 2001. This vintage has a nice, almost magnetic nose, while the palate is firm and well structured, with cassis, black cherry, coffee and licorice flavors. It’s a bit boring on the finish, but the mouthfeel and length are just fine… — M.S. (5/1/2009)

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TerraMater 2001 Altum Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley)

Price $17

Dark and minty, with licorice and cassis aromas that are positive. In the mouth, it’s got Cab’s typical plum and cassis character, and the finish is round and spicy, with a little heat. If only the mouthfeel were less jumpy and more lush, this would be even better. Imported by American Wine Distributors. — M.S. (7/1/2005)

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TerraMater 2003 Reserva Merlot (Central Valley)

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Price $12

Nice and satisfying, but softer and less dynamic than the basic varietal bottling. Nonetheless, it packs spice, mocha and earth aromas, all backed by ripe blackberry and plum. A blast of cough medicine and licorice on the finish is a sweet, almost cloying, touch. Imported by American Wine Distributors. — M.S. (7/1/2005)

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TerraMater 2006 Limited Release Sangiovese (Maipo Valley)

Price $22

If we’ve tasted a Chilean Sangiovese before, then this doubles our control group. It’s very New World in style, with rich, smoky black fruit aromas leading to a fresh but full-bodied palate. We wouldn’t compare this to Chianti in any way except for the grape. It’s much fruitier, bigger, rounder and ultimately more generic. But it’s still alluring if you’re… — M.S. (11/15/2008)

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TerraMater 2006 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley)

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Price $11

If you temper expectations, this New World Chardonnay will fit the bill. It delivers modest pear and vanilla aromas as well as ample sweetness on the palate, but it has good acidity and balance, thus the creamy, baked marshmallow flavors that often mar Chilean Chard are largely absent. Drink now. — M.S. (3/1/2008)

Most Reviewed Designations

Altum Reserve Altum Reserve Single Vineyard Altum Single Vineyard Altum Single Vineyard Reserve San Clemente Limited Release Paso del Sol Reserva Single Vineyard Single Vineyard Zinfandel-Shiraz Unusual Cabernet-Shiraz-Zinfandel Vineyard Reserve

Most Reviewed Varietals

Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère Carmenère Chardonnay Merlot Red Blend Rosé Sangiovese Sauvignon Blanc Shiraz

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