There’s a sweet center to the bouquet, but surrounding it are more complex notes of mushroom, rubber and roast meat. The palate features ripe, clean blackberry and cassis flavors, while the finish shows piercing tannins. Shows some weight and tannic build-up at this point; drink now and into ’09.——M.S.(2/1/2008)—— 87

Few Argentinean wineries are doing everyday red wines better than Chakana. A case in point is this excellent, superbly balanced, easy-drinking Cab. The nose is meaty, earthy and magnetic, while the palate is ripe, harmonious and full of cassis and raspberry. It’s fruity more than complex, with stature and style.——M.S.(8/1/2007)—— 90

The spice-to-fruit ratio on the bouquet is solid if not out of the ordinary. Tight cherry, plum and raspberry flavors carry the palate, while the finish is largely on the money. A deep and chewy, full-bodied Cabernet. Imported by Tastings Import Company. ——M.S.(11/15/2005)—— 87