Slightly rustic, with herb and tobacco notes up front, followed by a medium-weight core of red currant and black cherry fruit. This has a tangy, herb-laced finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Syrah. Drink now. 160,000 cases made, 30,000 cases imported.??–JM??Region: Chile / Central Valley-Chile / Maule / Maule Valley Select to Add

Savoury, smoky bacon and cedar notes on the nose. Broad, powerful notes of cedar, coffee and blackcurrant dominate the palate. Relatively complex.

The 2007 Palo Alto Reserva is 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Carmenere, and 15% Syrah. Aromas of cedar, tobacco, spice box, cassis, and blueberry are enticing. This is followed by a plush, crowd-pleasing wine with gobs of flavor and a fruit-filled finish. It is a remarkable value for drinking over the next three years.Importer: Banfi Vintners, Old Brookville, NY; tel. (516) 686-2502