87 PTS WILFRED WONG. A pretty fine effort, the dusty, red currant '08 La Playa Block Selection Reserve Carmenere stays bright and substantive on the palate; drinks very well now.

Chilean. WiThis rich Rosé is made primarily from Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. With floral notes and a hint of raspberry, this dry wine has a lovely cherry palate. Sweet, and dense, this hearty wine pairs very well with food, particularly shellfish, spicy foods, and mild or soft cheeses. Time for a brunch buffet!th floral notes and a hint of raspberry, this dry wine has a lovely cherry palate. 12.5% ABV

Highly extracted, heavily oaked, vanilla, plums, plush, ripe, and nicely integrated; tons of ripe fresh berry fruit with moderate tannins on the finish; a fine value from Chile.

On the nose, aromas of lemon, fresh pineapple with hints of lavender. It is a bright well balanced wine with a clean minerality on the finish. 12.7% ABV

On the nose, aromas of lemon, fresh pineapple with hints of lavender. It is a bright well balanced wine with a clean minerality on the finish. 12.7% ABV

On the nose, plums, almonds with hints of ginger. The palate has pronounced cherry with good acidity and soft finish. 13.5% ABV.

Chile. Aromas of ripe strawberry with hints of black pepper. Light approachable palate. 13.5% ABV.

Chile. Velvety light purple color. On the nose, ripe blueberries with a hint of fine smoke. It has good ripe fruit presence with rounded tannins.

Chile. Plush, fruity, well-balanced wine. Bright red fruit and toasty aromas with soft tannins in the finish. 14% ABV

87 PTS WILFRED WONG. A spot-on Merlot, better than many of those from more famous wine regions in the world, the '08 La Playa shows excellent varietal character; persistent, ripe cherry flavors.

Aromas of peach and apricot while the taste of bright green apple dances on your tongue. Very crisp and refreshing. 13% ABV

Aromas of peach and apricot while the taste of bright green apple dances on your tongue. Very crisp and refreshing. 13% ABV