The 2008 Gran Reserva spent 20 months in mostly French oak. It is a blend of 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Carmenere, 29% Syrah, and 1% Petit Verdot. Purple in color with an inviting nose of toasty oak, exotic spices, herbs, floral notes, and assorted black fruits, on the palate it is surprisingly forward although there is enough underlying structure to support another 2-3 years of cellaring. This flavorful blend will be at its best from 2013 to 2018. Laura Hartwig’s new releases from the Colchagua region offer both value and quality.Importer: Steve Ward, Oasis Wines, Napa, CA; tel. (410) 340-0057

The 2006 Gran Reserva is 67% Carmenere and the balance Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot. Slightly richer and more structured than the two preceding wines, this savory, dense, complex effort is an outstanding value. It will be at its best from 2012 to 2021. Importer: No American importer

Dark, brooding style, with espresso and chocolate notes at the fore, supported by blackberry and currant fruit, with plenty of smoky toast. Burly finish picks up some herbal and cocoa hints. Drink now through 2006. 1,750 cases made.??–JM??Region: Chile / Central Valley-Chile / Rapel / Colchagua Valley Select to Add

Jammy, with strawberry aromas dominating the soft, meaty nose. In the mouth, you’ll find round, mature fruit defined by red plum, cassis and pepper. It ends with rich, ripe, saturated notes, but not much acidity and only modest tannins. ——M.S.(6/1/2004)—— 87

Lovely, pure raspberry and cassis fruit, with elegant smoke and mineral notes. Subtle vanilla edge to the long, creamy finish. Not as powerful as the region's top wines, but a fine expression of fruit and balance. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère. Drink now through 2005. 500 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–JM??Region: Chile / Central Valley-Chile / Rapel / Colchagua Valley Select to Add