Bouchon J. Bouchon Canto Sur* 2020 750ml

The young, primary and perfumed 2020 Canto Sur is quite impressive for the price. It’s a blend of 50% Carmenere with 25% each Carignan and País, fermented in concrete with indigenous yeasts and kept in concrete for six months to keep its wild and raw character. It has moderate alcohol, good freshness and clout to stand up to food. Delicious!

The 2020 Canto Sur—relaunched this year—is a blend of 50% Carménère, 25% Carignan and 25% País, one-third fermented in whole bunches and aged for six months in concrete. Violet in the glass. The nose presents cherry and stalk notes plus floral aromas and hints of black pepper. Voluminous in the mouth; the lick of freshness brings juice and tempers the compressed tannins. A characterful red. (Joaquín Hidalgo)

The 2021 Red Blend Canto Sur is a blend of 50% Carmenere, 25% Carignan and 25% Pais from Maule, made in a cool year. Rich purple in color. The nose presents gentle notes of plum, sour cherry and bay leaf. In the mouth, this is smooth with precise tannins, a fairly juicy flow and a fresh core that stretches out the vibrant, fruity finish.