Concha y Toro Gran Reserva Malbec (75cl, 14.3%)

Concha y Toro Gran Reserva Malbec is a Chilean Malbec from the Colchagua Valley, part of the Serie Riberas line. The vineyards lie along the banks of the Tinguiririca River in the Marchigüe area. The wine undergoes 70% ageing in oak barrels and foudres. Concha y Toro was founded in 1883 by Don Melchor Concha y Toro in Santiago. The nose shows violets, ripe blackberry, fresh plum, wild herbs, black pepper and licorice. The palate is juicy and medium- to full-bodied, with red cherry, pomegranate, darker berry fruit, cinnamon, cardamom, chocolate and cured meat, with silky, polished tannins. The finish is medium-length, with dark chocolate, raspberry, fresh acidity, tar and oak spice.