Cono Sur Tocornal Cab Sauv 2022

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Cono Sur
Label Name:
 
Tocornal Cab Sauv
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
Chile
Region:
 
Central Valley (commonly Maipo/Central Valley)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon (primarily; some releases include ~15% Syrah or Merlot)
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
positioned as an everyday value wine. Typical retail/user ratings ~3. 0–3. 5/5 across consumer sites

Tasting Note
Deep ruby color; aromas of plum, blackberry, cassis with vanilla and sweet spice. Medium-bodied, smooth ripe-fruit palate with gentle chocolate notes, soft tannins and a clean, medium-length finish.

Food Pairing
Grilled steak, roast lamb, burgers, hard cheeses, tomato-based pasta; Asian pairings: Korean BBQ, char siu (Chinese roast pork), teriyaki chicken, spicy Sichuan-style dishes.

Production Method
Hand and machine harvested; controlled-temperature stainless-steel fermentation with short maceration. Majority bottled unoaked or lightly rested in neutral/used oak to add spice and roundness.

Vineyard Info
Tocornal is Cono Sur’s value line from vineyards across Chile’s Central Valley. Cono Sur (founded 1993) focuses on approachable, fruit-forward wines with sustainable practices.