TN: 2005 Concha y Toro Cabernet Sauvignon Marques de Casa Concha Puente Alto

Thanks for the notes on this. I really enjoyed the '04 and I'll need to pick some of the '05 up.

I was a little surprised that Tre was booted off the show last night. At least Casey is still around!! She's quite the looker.

Altaholic: Thanks for the spoiler !!!

phlin: I agree with your assessment of the wine. I bought one of these and brought it to a dinner to give it a try. I was impressed. I did not take formal notes, but I thought this was a great QPR.

Personally, I was put off by the heat with this wine.

bfw

altaholic: indeed, it was tough to see tre go. what a shame too. had he only made the scallop dish, his place would have been secured. and yes, casey is yum.

bfw: the alcohol on this wine comes in at 14%, which i think is VERY reasonable for a new world cab. perhaps you are more accustomed to drinking bordeaux?

Medium full-bodied. I tasted plums big time, also dried cranberry and smoke. Much better with food.

87 points.

Decanted for 90 minutes; a very soft nose of red fruit, sage, mocha, fig, oak, spice, and currants; it washed lightly across the palate, well-integrated tannins, medium-bodied; a finish that lingered gracefully for 30+ seconds. This was a pleasant surprise; balanced, elegant, and complex. I will definitely pick up more at less than $20/bottle. 91 Points

I opened another bottle this past weekend. Black currants, plum, tobacco, and noticeable heat on the nose; a bit thin on the palate with red fruit and spice; the finish started well but ended with a medicinal taste. I hope my remaining bottles show better than this one; it definitely has 2-3 years left.

I've opened a few of the 06 in the last few months. I greatly enjoy this wine, one of the best QPR's in my budget.