ON-358309 BC-358309 QC-358309

Carmen Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Maipo Alto

Wwac_judgechoice_web2x

Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon
Maipo Valley, Chile

$16.55 (358309)

  • None
     
  • Drink Now Or Cellar
  • 8989
89 pts
12

Critic Reviews (9)

Steve Thurlow
Read-reviews
Steve Thurlow

This is a single vineyard cabernet sauvignon that is elegant, fruity and well structured with good age-ability. It is...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
David Lawrason
Read-reviews
David Lawrason

This is a linear, correct Chilean cabernet with a billowing nose of blackcurrant/cranberry with background mint and...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
DJ Kearney
Read-reviews
DJ Kearney

The elegant 2011 vintage gives this classic Andean foothills cabernet gorgeous savoury flavours and linear structure...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
Bill Zacharkiw
Read-reviews
Bill Zacharkiw

One of the most distinctive cabernet styles in the world, the 2011 from Carmen is a beautiful example of the "new...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
Nadia  Fournier
Read-reviews
Nadia Fournier

While it does not compete with the most concentrated Maipo Cabernet, this 2011 showed a balance and righteousness...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
Michael Godel
Read-reviews
Michael Godel

This Cabernet has visitors but the intrusions are short interjections of positivity. Though the Carmenere component...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
Brad Royale
Read-reviews
Brad Royale

A deep nose of green pepper, graphite, red beets and grilled farmer's sausage. Nice acids keep things fresh while...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
Craig Pinhey
Read-reviews
Craig Pinhey

Light smoke and tar on the nose, could use more fruit. Young and a bit closed. Medium bodied with a dry, tannic...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
Marc Chapleau
Read-reviews
Marc Chapleau

Ambiguous wine at first, after a first sip, he seduces, one can say it like that, it feels and tastes good...

Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
Sign In to see Critic Reviews. Not a Member? Please Sign Up.
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)

Community Reviews (3)

Ian Ferguson
Ian Ferguson
Review is private
9191
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
Vladimir Torres
Vladimir Torres

Very decent Cab Sauvignon at an even better price

8989
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)
jsiddall
8787
  • Thumbs-up (0)
  • Thumbs-down (0)