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The wines of Chile

After stumbling starts, Chile stands ready to make major splash in the world of top-value wines

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Chilean winemaker Alexandra Marnier-Lapostolle's family makes Grand Marnier.

C.M. GUERRERO / EL NUEVO HERALD STAFF

TASTING NOTES: CHILEAN PREMIUM WINES

Coming on the market this year are Chilean wines in the $12-to-$25 range to compete with the world's best:

* 1994 Domaine Paul Bruno Cabernet Sauvignon, Maipo: Cedar, mint, raspberry aromas and flavors, firm structure, very French.

* 1993 Miguel Torres Cabernet Sauvignon, Manso de Velasco Vineyard, Curico: Flower, clove and cassis aromas, anise, chocolate flavors, firm structure.

* 1991 Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon, Curico: Cedar, resin, raspberry aromas, lots of sweet tannin, intense fruit.

* 1993 Santa Rita Cabernet Sauvignon, Casa Real, Maipo: Cherry and resin aromas, cassis and chocolate flavors, concentrated.

* 1994 Casa Lapostolle Merlot, Cuvee Alexandre: Shifting cherry, oak, mint, spice aromas, chocolate-cherry flavors, warm.

* 1992 Cousino Macul Cabernet Sauvignon Finis Terrae, Maipo: Oak, menthol and cherry aromas, blueberry flavors, firm tannin.

* 1993 Vina Calina Cabernet Sauvignon: Cedar and black cherry aromas, rich cherry and chocolate flavors, lots of sweet tannin.

* 1993 Concha y Toro Cabernet Sauvignon, Don Melchor, Maipo: Intense eucalyptus aromas, intense cassis fruit and powerful tannins, very traditional.

* 1994 Carmen Grande Vidure Cabernet Reserve, Maipo: Plum and vanilla aromas, explosive cassis fruit, chunky, chocolaty tannins.

By FRED TASKER

ftasker@miamiherald.com

SANTIAGO, Chile --

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