2006 Vina Almaviva Bordeaux Blend
93 pts (WS) Muscular and broad-shouldered, with lots of bittersweet cocoa, dark
currant and braised fig notes, followed by a long, loam- and
coffee-filled finish. There's also plenty of iron-tinged grip for the
cellar. Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Best
from 2010 through 2015. 12,500 cases made. –JM March 31, 2009
92 pts (WA) The 2006 Almaviva continues a series of successful vintages for this
Chilean icon. Dark ruby-colored, it exhibits an expressive bouquet of
wood smoke, pencil lead, blackcurrant, and blackberry. Elegantly styled
and impeccably balanced, it will evolve for several more years and
drink well through 2021 at the least. Wine Advocate # 182 Apr 2009