All about wine Techniques and key concepts in the world of wine The technical jargon associated with wine can be intimidating, especially when explaining its production process. Unfortunately, these complex terms can make it feel like we are being pushed further a... See more
Concha y Toro boasts high scores in Guia Descorchados 2023 All about wine - 18/10/2022 Renowned journalist and wine critic, Patricio Tapia, released the most recent edition of his Guía Descorchados on Chilean wines. Over 30 Concha y Toro wines received 90+ points and were included on ...
4 foolproof food pairings for red blends Wine pairings - 17/10/2022 For decades, red blends have been selected as the default wine to accompany main dishes based on beef, game meats or lamb served with intense sauces. But is that all? What about those lighter red blen...
How to detect faults in wine All about wine - 06/10/2022 Did you know that many times we consume wines without knowing that they are "defective"? They say there’s nothing written about tastes, however, in the world of wine there are certain parameters abo...
The grape variety that best grows in Chile All about wine - 30/09/2022 We asked 3 Concha y Toro winemakers what, in their opinion, is the wine grape that grows best in Chile. Here they give their answers and recommend a wine to prove it. Isabel Mitarakis: “The Caberne...
Decanting wine: Why and how All about wine - 30/09/2022 Some time ago we talked about decanters when we answered the question “why does wine need to breathe?” But this dreaded object not only helps to incorporate oxygen. To tell the truth, the main rea...
A cut of meat for each wine Wine pairings - 26/09/2022 This is a simple yet comprehensive guide designed for you to choose the best pairing for every cut of meat. An undisputed pairing for red wines is red meat. But have you ever wondered why? It is than...
Marques de Casa Concha obtains vegan certification for all of its varieties CyT News - 22/09/2022 In keeping with the global trend towards more sustainable and conscious consumption of food and drink, Marques de Casa Concha has secured V-Label status, a globally recognized Swiss certification that...
My favourite Chilean dish: 3 Food critics answer Wine pairings - 15/09/2022 We invited 3 female food critics to tell us which is their favourite Chilean dish, and how to pair it with. Their answers tell us about a diverse cuisine that goes far beyond what we commonly know. ...
What are tannins and what is their role in wine? All about wine - 14/09/2022 Have you ever had a cup of tea that tasted too strong? So much so that it felt rough on your tongue? Well, that astringency is due to the tannins in the tea. Tannins are not a component only derived f...
Wines to pair with fish (other than sauvignon blanc) Wine pairings - 06/09/2022 A safe card when it comes to pairing fish is sauvignon blanc. Thanks to its freshness and acidity, it goes very well with seafood. But that doesn’t mean that it is the only or best alternative. Here...
The best food pairings for Pinot Noir Wine pairings - 05/09/2022 One of the main characteristics of Pinot Noir is its great versatility and delicacy when creating food pairings. But everything will depend on its style: how moderate its tannins are or what level of ...