DARK HARMONY

When a winery that consistently produces wines that break the 90-point barrier announces a premium range, one has to wonder just how much better it can get. While taste is subjective, we will say that Marques de Casa Concha’s new label, Etiqueta Negra (meaning black tie), is promising and its first vintage, the 2016, is a fine example of Chilean wine. Comprising 60 per cent cabernet sauvignon, 32 per cent cabernet franc and 8 per cent petit verdot, this is Marques de Casa Concha’s first blend. With firm tannins, well-integrated oak and perfect balance laying the groundwork for notes of red and black fruits, cedar and smoke, the 2016 will pair well with red and game meats, and herbs like rosemary, thyme and bay leaf.