Archive for October, 2005
Cono Sur 20 Barrels Sauvignon Blanc 2005
“Praise goes to the integrity of this wine. It’s true Sauvignon Blanc, with prickly green aromas along with cucumber, citrus and green apple flavors. Up to the point it’s all that you want, but the mouthfeel seems sort of spritzy and in the end it doesn’t seem to be in total unison. Drink now or [...]
Ocio Pinot Noir 2005
“The 2005 Cono Sur, Ocio Pinot Noir, Casablanca, is rated as one of the best red wines by the Decanter Magazine’s wine experts. It has bramble fruit, cherry and spice. Cono Sur is fast becoming of Chile’s top wines.” The Observer / UK
Ocio: A luxary Pinot Noir.
“Ocio Pinot Noir is Cono Sur’s ultra premium wine. Very refined ruby cherry, elgant and intese. It goes superb with tuna fish from Easter Island, and assorted vegetables.”Diario Estrategia / Chile
Cono Sur 20 Barrels Pinot Noir 2005
“The noblest of Cono Sur’s Pinot Noir. Rich and stylish and silky. Raspberry/strawberry, spice, soft oak, and hint of licorice; well-made, balanced, with rich texture. Superb!”Richard Elia
Cono Sur Reserva Viognier 2005
“A delicate Viognier, with herb aromas, but also quince in a specially fresh nose, even though this came from a warm year like 2005. Elegant mouth, with fresh acidity and silky texture.” Wikén Magazine / Chile
Cono Sur Reserva Chardonnay 2005
“Almost golden. In nose very open aromas, sweet almonds, pineapple and sweet peaches. In mouth pleasant acidity and fresh body, soft. Presence of fruit and good ending persistence.” La Cav Magazine / Chile
Cono Sur Visión Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 : 90 points !
“Purple colored, it has a first class nose of black currants and blackberry, layers of ripe fruits and 3-5 years of aging potential. It is a reminiscent of the extraordinary 1974 Souverian vintage selection, which is still going on today.” Wine advocate / Jay Miller / USA
Cono Sur 20 Barrels Pinot Noir 2005: 91 points !
“It is dark ruby-colored with an intense raspberry perfume, almost jammy in its intensity along with plenty of toast and violets. This is followed by a wine with a big mouth-feel, layers of sweet fruit and silky texture.” Wine advocate / Jay Miller / USA
Cono Sur 20 Barrels Chardonnay 2005: 90 points!
“It offers smoky, toasty nose with attractive floral and tropical notes. There is refreshing acidity on the mid-palate and outstanding length” Wine advocate / Jay Miller / USA