Archive for March, 2009
Shootouts 2009 / April 11th
On April 11th the second match of Shootouts 2009 Golf Tournament will take place in Marbella Country Club, where Aguilera will play against Mackenzie. Sponsored by Cono Sur.
Press Special / Chile: New lands for Whites (Fragment from “La Vigne” Magazine)
Three companies have implemented the most southern vineyards in the Chile, particularly in the Bío Bío Valley and in Malleco. They first arrived there looking for freshness, and now are said to produce the best white wines of their country.
For centuries, the Bío Bío River was a natural barrier between Spanish colonists in the [...]Cono Sur Reserva Pinot Noir 2007
“The ever-reliable Cono Sur winery comes up with a winner and at the offer price, it’s a steal. A lovely violet scent gives way to a cherry and raspberry taste, complemented by the trademark tea flavor of a good Pinot Noir. You’re left with a wine that lingers long in the mouth and is truly [...]
Cono Sur Gewürztraminer 2007 – Number 1 in Gismondi’s top 10 wine picks of the year under $25
“I could have chosen a number of Cono Sur labels for this slot, from the Viognier to the Pinot Noir, but my pick is the Cono Sur Gewürztraminer Limited Release 2007. Much like last year, the ’07 is made from fruit grown in the cold Bío Bío Valley. It opens with big floral orange peel [...]
Cono Sur 20 Barrels Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc 2008 / 91 points
“Striking Sauvignon Blanc. One whiff, taste and swish across the palate and you’ll know this is elevated stuff. For starters, the bouquet delivers honest bell pepper, melon, passion fruit and apple aromas; and along with the fruit there’s nuance, structure and balancing herbal notes. Full, long and regal. Drink now to capture this wine’s powerful [...]
Cono Sur Visión Syrah 2006
“The Syrah wines from Colchagua don’t always have to be sweet tooth and really-ripe in order to prove they can wear trousers. This is the case of Syrah Visión 2006. Actually, you have to place it in the frontier between the classic and muscular warm weather Syrah, and the cold climate one. Los Lingues’ stony [...]
Cono Sur Riesling 2008
“A very special wine, with a sweet and slightly herbal touch. White flower notes along with citric hints. Sweet tooth body. Try it next to Japanese dishes, like octopus sashimi and eel nigiri.”
Marcelo Soto / Capital Magazine, march 2009 / ChileCono Sur Sparkling Brut
“A sparkling wine full of freshness, slightly sweet in mouth, it leaves a crispy feeling. A perfect choice to serve next to a dish of oysters from Chiloé.”
Marcelo Soto / Capital Magazine, march 2009 / ChileInternational Wine Cellar: 90 points for 20 Barrels Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
The Best New Wines of Chile, by Josh Raynolds.
Download ArticleKorea Wine Challenge 2009: Cono Sur Sauvignon Blancs win Trophy and Gold Medal
Cono Sur 20 Barrels Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc 2008 was distinguished with a trophy for “Best White Wine”, and Cono Sur Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2007 was awarded a gold medal.
Download ArticleCono Sur Visión Pinot Noir 2008
“Clean ruby color, with a cherry stick nose; on the palate, it’s all about rich, yet dry cherry and red plum on a medium full bodied frame. Smooth and balanced, with unobtrusive tannins and good acids that should take at least a few years down the road, but it’s eminently drinkable right now. Both Kim [...]
Ocio, a 2007 Pinot Noir from Cono Sur winery, Casablanca Valley.
“A nose of cherry, blackberry, red violets, and a stunning, masterful taste of crisp leather and wood layers. I do not know how one can make a better Pinot outside of Burgundy. Outstanding. ”
Keith Hoffman / Lifestyle / UK
Cono Sur Reserva Carmenere 2007
“With notes of cherry, blackcurrants and plum combined with chocolate, toasted wood and hints of coffee, this is a smooth and elegantly structured wine. Lovely with rich pasta dishes.”
Edinburgh Evening News / UKCono Sur 20 Barrels Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
“Deep ruby. Powerful aromas of candied cherry, smoked meat, licorice and Indian spices. Deep, sweet raspberry and kirsch flavors stain the palate, picking up cracked pepper and floral qualities on the back end. The finish is juicy, focused and impressively persistent.”
Josh Raynolds / International Wine Cellar Mar-Apr. 2009 / USACono Sur 20 Barrels Limited Edition Chardonnay 2007
“The first thing to capture your attention is the silkiness of this white: sweet and soft, with deep ripe white fruits. Very nice indeed.”
Patricio Tapia / Vinos y Más Magazine, April 2009 / ChileCono Sur Visión Pinot Noir 2008
“Dark red. Pungent cherry, herbal and floral scents are complicated by minerals and a hint of cocoa. Pliant dark berry and bitter cherry flavors display good concentration and gain firmness with air. The cocoa note repeats on the gently sweet finish. This could handle richer foods.”
Josh Raynolds / International Wine Cellar Mar-Apr. 2009 / USA [...]Cono Sur 20 Barrels Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc 2008
“Green-hued straw. Mineral-dominated citrus and orchard fruit aromas are impressively expansive, picking up a smoky herbal note with air. Gently sweet tangerine and pear flavors are firmed by tangy minerals and given a bitter edge by anise and quinine qualities. Blends sweetness and vivacity smoothly, finishing with refreshing bitterness and good grip.”
Josh Raynolds / International [...]Cono Sur Carmenere 2008
“Very juicy, with forward, tasty flavours of plum, blackberry, tobacco and roasted vanilla. There’s a nice dash of grip on the finish. Drink now.”
James Molesworth / Wine Spectator Magazine, March 2009 / USACono Sur Carmenere 2006
“Deep ruby. Smoky dark berry and cherry scents are complicated by gently musky notes of underbrush and cocoa powder. Round and fleshy, with sweet dark berry flavors, supple tannins and good finishing grip. Offers impressive texture for a wine at this price and represents outstanding value.”
Josh Raynolds / International Wine Cellar / USA
Cono Sur Viognier 2008
“Light yellow. Textbook Viognier aromas of white peach, pear, flowers and anise. Fleshy and smooth, showing gently sweet melon and pit fruit flavors, with gentle floral and spice qualities. An outstanding value, with the clarity and complexity of many Viogniers costing three or four times as much.”
Josh Raynolds / International Wine Cellar Mar-Apr. 2009 / [...]Cono Sur Chardonnay 2008
“Pale to medium straw color, with spicy apple and pear on the nose that carries over onto the palate with hints of sweet pea and lime. Rich and ripe without going over the top; medium full bodied, with good concentration and cut and a long finish. What’s not to like?
George Heritier / http://www.gangofpour.com / USACono Sur Sauvignon Blanc 2008
“Pale yellow. Nervy, sharply focused aromas of zest, tarragon and mint, with a subtle overlay of chalk. Taut citrus and green apple flavors are refreshingly bitter and complemented by succulent herbs. The tarragon note lingers on a long, juicy finish. The energy of this wine is impressive.”
Josh Raynolds / International Wine Cellar Mar-Apr. 2009 / [...]Cono Sur Sauvignon Blanc 2008
“Clean medium color, with flavors and aromas of grapefruit and gooseberry, underscored with a little mineral; medium bodied and more, with good depth, concentration and cut. Balanced, with rich, ripe fruit shows excellent varietal character, but doesn’t reach the steroidal intensity that many of its New Zealand cousins do, and I like it better for [...]
Cono Sur Organic Sauvignon Blanc 2008
“Pale gold. Gently smoky scents of apple, pear and tangerine. Fleshly and broad, with nicely concentrated orchard fruit flavors and a late note of bitter peach pit.”
Josh Raynolds / International Wine Cellar Mar-Apr. 2009 / USA