The Concha y Toro Vineyard was founded by Don Melchor de Santiago Concha y Toro and his wife, Emiliana Subercaseaux, in 1883.[2] To start the winery, he brought grape varieties from the Bordeaux region in France.[2] The grapes that he brought were: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon blanc, Semillon, Merlot, and Carmenère. The vineyard was incorporated as a stock company in 1923 and shares were sold in the Santiago stock market.[2] Concha y Toro began exporting wine in March 1933 to the port of Rotterdam, the Netherlands. In 1950, the winery began to acquire more vineyards and also began the process of adapting its business to new markets and meeting a higher demand. In 1971, Eduardo Guilisasti Tagle became Chairman of the Board, who succeeded in expanding the company. In 1987, after partnering with U.S. importer Banfi Vintners, the company started to incorporate more advanced technology in all of its production stages. It also started using small French oak barriques. In 1994, shares of Viña Concha started trading on the New York Stock Exchange.
James Suckling 92 "A cabernet that shows structure, yet at the same time it is savory and pure with currant, chocolate and walnut undertones. Juicy with
"Brilliant ruby-red color. Bouquet is fruity with notes of red plums and hints of chocolate and vanilla. Soft tannins on the medium-bodied palate
"Elegant and well-rounded, this wine has lovely cherry and chocolate aromas."
"A fresh, crisp Chardonnay with lively citrus flavors on the palate and a touch of spiciness on the finish." ~Winery Notes
"Dark and deep purple wine. Aromas of cherry, cassis, cedar, blackberry, and slight hints of black pepper. Firm with a.deep concentration of flavors. A delicate,
"Ruby-like, bright in color. Fruit forward with red plum and varietal characteristics. Cabernet Sauvignon offers character, complexity and longevity, while Merlot adds softer tannins and
"Chilean style with notes of green apple, kiwi and citrus on the nose. This light-bodied wine is clean and crisp, with lemon and peach flavors
"Ruby-like, bright in color. Fruit forward with red plum and varietal characteristics. Cabernet Sauvignon offers character, complexity and longevity, while Merlot adds softer tannins and
"Exhibits a deep, dark purple-red color leading to a bouquet of fresh red fruits folded with coffee notes. The palate is highlighted by mouth-filling black
Youthful, bright ruby red in color, with garnet hues. Fresh and fruity on the nose, with notes of red fruits such as cherries and strawberries.
"Bright and intense ruby red, with violet reflections. Aromas of candied fruits, essences to plums with chocolate notes. On the palate, the wine has harmonic
"Smooth, structured, well-balanced and alive with distinct freshness."
"The color of the wine is deep, dark purple. The wine is rich with dark plum, black currant, and chocolate aromas. On the palate, there
Wine Enthusiast 90 "A welcoming blend of mild oak and red fruit aromas is well executed on the nose and reflective of a great vintage for
Wine Spectator 91 "Svelte and focused, with fine-grained tannins supporting the fresh-crushed plum, cardamom and dark cherry flavors. Taut mid palate, offering a finish that lengthens
James Suckling 90 "Lots of freshly-cut herbs and spices as well as bay leaf to this carmenere along with hints of creme de cassis and a
"Dark and deep red wine. Aromas of toasted cherry, cassis, cedar, blackberry, and slight hints of black pepper. Firm with a deep concentration of flavors.
"Blackberry and cassis aromas are limited by a grassy, green element on the nose. In the mouth, this is loud, edgy and tannic. Flavors of
A full-bodied, robust red with black fruit and toasty oak aromas. Excellent price. It finishes nicely with notes of vanillin and cedar brush. Polished tannins,
"Neutral white-fruit aromas are slightly oxidized. This Chardonnay feels chunky and creamy, with only moderate acidity. Sweet-leaning flavors suggest canned pineapple, while this feels syrupy
Wine & Spirits 92 "Even in cool years, like 2016, the generous sun of Peumo manages to ripen carmenère without difficulty. This wine feels broad, with
Tasting Notes Deep red in color with vigorous shades of purple that lead to aromas of ripe red plum fruit, mixed with alluring notes of
James Suckling 93 "Freshly-picked blackcurrants, tile, clay, citrus rind, nutmeg and rosemary. Full body, very refined yet also very generous in terms of grainy tannins and
James Suckling 91 "A layered and luscious white with cooked apple and cream character. Full and flavorful."
Deep, dark red with lush aromas of cherries, blackcurrants, blackberries, cedar and a bit of black and white pepper. Smooth and silky on the palate