86
points
Valle Frio 2004 Reserva Merlot-Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon Red (Maule Valley)
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$15
Oaky and a little spotty, with aromas of cheese, cinnamon and wood resin sitting heavily on herbal, traditional fruit. The acidity is bracing, so there’s a lemony bite to the palate along with flavors of raisin, raspberry and cherry. A fairly good blend of Merlot, Carmenère and Cabernet, but one that’s missing a few parts.
— M.S.
(9/1/2008)