Slightly mulchy at first, with coffee grinds, leafy notes and mildly soupy red-fruit aromas. Airing helps it out, and it evolves into a sweet, herbal wine with baked berry fruit flavors and olive accents. Standard Chilean Cabernet that’s a touch syrupy and herbal.——M.S.(2/1/2011)—— 85

It’s hard to take issue with this bargain-priced Cabernet; the nose is mildly oaky, with plenty of fruit and coffee scents. The mouth is equally fruity, with creamy chocolate as the prime accent. Plenty here for less than 10 bucks. Imported by Vina La Rosa USA. ——M.S.(11/1/2005)—— 86

Medium-weight (more Gamay than Cabernet in the heft department) with a soft, subtle dusty texture, this Rapel Valley Cab offers red-berry and dried-spice aromas, and red plum and cedar flavors. Goes down so easily that you just might forget that wine has alcohol in it. Best Buy. ——D.T.(7/1/2002)—— 87