December 22, 2002

2000 Concha y Toro Xplorador

2000
Concha y Toro
Xplorador
Cabernet Sauvignon
Maipo Valley, Chile

Had this with spaghetti, good friends, and good conversation.

Made to drink young - it had some tannin, but I would not think that you would want to keep this much more than a year or two. At first, the tannin seemed pretty strong, but after just a few minutes in the glass, it was not particularly perceptible, which seemed odd to me.

A good peppery backbone, black currant and other dark berry flavors. A very slight unpleasant chemical taste in the finish - almost metalic. Fairly long finish. Deep burgundy color - very dark

Recommended, with food. Not so great by itself, but a great compliment to tomato-based foods, or beef.

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