Today I am tasting the 2008 Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon by Concha y Toro from the Central Valley of Chile. This “Cellar of the Devil” wine bottle was purchased for under $9. It is aged for 8 months in oak
Color
In the glass this wine is a light garnet red in color.
Aroma
On the nose, there is a earthy, dirty aroma at first. Then I detect some blackberry and black cherry notes. There is also a hint of greenness with bell pepper and even an unusual hay note. Not a bad nose at all.
Flavor
The attack has quite a bit of fruit. There is blackberry and black cherry in it. It is a tad too sweet for me. The mid-palate gets interesting with a flavor I associate with the skin of a dark plum. The finish is seriously different and has a strong herbal component. It seems to be some combination of thyme and parsley. This is a medium bodied wine and benefits from breathing several hours before you pour it. Otherwise the aromas and flavors are a bit muted.
Rating
For the price I recommend trying this wine. Just be aware of some sugar on the palate. I rate it 87 points.
