($17, Billington Imports): This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Merlot is the flagship wine of Cousino-Macul, one of Chile’s leading wineries. I am continually amazed at how this winery produces such outstanding wine at such reasonable prices.  It has understated class and finesse despite the 14% alcohol. There is ripe fruitiness–characteristic of New World wine–beautifully integrated with earthiness and non-fruit flavors most often associated with Old World wines.  The nuances of mint remind you that its origin is Chile’s Maipo Valley. 91 Michael Apstein Apr 10, 2007