"Smooth, with more integrated oak than the other Chardonnays. Flavors of green apple, fresh pear and vanilla are tasty and supported by a touch of wood. Fine acids stop short of being harsh, creating lasting melon and nectarine notes."   89

	- Wine Enthusiast - March 2004

"This wine is dominated by a bracing minerality right now, with chalk and lime notes reminiscent of a Chablis. But there's plenty of fig, pear and toast in reserve, and this should open nicely in the near term. A terroir-driven Chardonnay made with a deft touch, though hedonists may prefer a more opulent style. Drink now through 2005."   89

	- Wine Spectator - 31 January/29 February 2004

"Aromas of quince and red delicious apple dominate this fragrant Chardonnay, while its smooth texture and crisp acidity  lend structure.  A good partner for sea bass ceviche."   86

	- Wine & Spirits - January/February 2004

"Medium bodied, intense and elegant with moderate acidity, vanilla and lemon; long finish.  Lobster with drawn butter. Serve now, but will hold for some time."

	- Sante - November 2003

"It is well known among aficionados of Chilean wine that the Casablanca Valley is special.  This cool region – frequently covered by low-hanging clouds or even a thick blanket of fog in the midst of the growing season – is where Chile’s finest Chardonnays are produced.  The Chards have fruit intensity with exceptional structure and minerality.  The 2001 Terrunyo is elegant, bordering on profound." 92

	- Robert Whitley - San Diego Union-Tribune - 3 September 2003

 "Medium gold hue.  Clean aromas of melon, lime cinnamon and obvious oak.  Almost spritzy texture enlivens flavors of pear, pineapple, butter and paraffin.  Fresh citrus and mineral close."  88

	- The Wine News - August/September 2003

"A hint of sweet oak complicates the rich tropical fruit, apple and pear flavors.  This impressive Chilean wine would go especially well with seafood and shellfish."

	- Robert Neralich - Arkansas Democrat Gazette - 16 July 2003

"At first the nose is like caramelized popcorn, a forward combination of oak and toast.  The flavors are of apple, pear and citrus, and that well-blended package is carried by excellent acidity, the type you could call "bracing".  The finish goes on for quite some time, proof that this is a ripe, healthy wine that's hitting its stride."  91 

	- Wine Enthusiast - July 2003

"Brilliant golden-hue. Vanilla, lemon oil and acacia aromas. A medium-bodied finish with ripe fruit, ample oak, and moderate acidity. A stylish and intense Chardonnay. Exceptional."   90

	- Beverage Testing Institute - September2002

Has a lot of toast up front, but there's solid, ripe pear and fig notes underneath, and the finish shows a fine, racy side, despite the concentration."   88

	- Wine Spectator - June2002

"...a toothsome triumph."   **** Highly Recommended

	- F. Paul Pacult - The Spirit Journal - June2002

"Concha y Toro is making big, bold wines under its Terrunyo label, as evidenced by this powerhouse Chardonnay. The apple and pear fruit bursts from the glass, with mild oak and warm tropical undertones playing key supporting roles."

	- Wine Enthusiast - March2002

"...this high end offering is worth every penny, full-bodied and finely balanced, with fleshy tropical fruit nuances, just the right amount of smooth, spicy oak and a crisp finish."

	- Beppi Crosariol - Toronto Globe And Mail

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