In 1883, Don Melchor de Concha y Toro and his wife, Doña Emiliana Subercaseaux, brought the most noble of the Bordeaux region's wine grape stocks to Chile, founding Viña Concha y Toro.
Don Melchor planted his first vines in the Maipo Valley, and it was there that he built his home, known today as the Casona de Pirque.
Dedicated to producing wines of unprecedented quality that fully demonstrate the potential of Chile's natural resources, Concha y Toro has become the quality leader in Chilean winemaking by producing such wines as Frontera Concha Y Toro Cabernet/ Merlot blend. .
The blend of these two varietals marries all the best qualities of each; complexity and longevity from the Cabernet and softer tannins from the Merlot, making this a match made in heaven.
So next time you're looking to try something new grab a bottle of this affordable red and enjoy.
Notes:Dry, full-bodied. Aromas and flavors of cherry, chocolate, spice and raspberry.
Pairings: Lamb shank, shish kebab, sharp cheeses
Serving Suggestions: Room temperature
Region: Chile
Alcohol Content: 12.5%
Don Melchor planted his first vines in the Maipo Valley, and it was there that he built his home, known today as the Casona de Pirque.
Dedicated to producing wines of unprecedented quality that fully demonstrate the potential of Chile's natural resources, Concha y Toro has become the quality leader in Chilean winemaking by producing such wines as Frontera Concha Y Toro Cabernet/ Merlot blend. .
The blend of these two varietals marries all the best qualities of each; complexity and longevity from the Cabernet and softer tannins from the Merlot, making this a match made in heaven.
So next time you're looking to try something new grab a bottle of this affordable red and enjoy.
Notes:Dry, full-bodied. Aromas and flavors of cherry, chocolate, spice and raspberry.
Pairings: Lamb shank, shish kebab, sharp cheeses
Serving Suggestions: Room temperature
Region: Chile
Alcohol Content: 12.5%