Montes
Montes Alpha Apalta Vineyard Syrah
Colchagua Valley, Rapel Valley, Central Valley, Chile
1st release of Montes Alpha was in 1988 when Montes became one of the first premium wineries in Chile. Today Aurelio Montes continues leading the winemaking effort. A blend of 90% Syrah, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon & 3% Viognier. Very dark red with aromas of berry fruit and cedar spice notes. On the palate blueberry and cherry flavors with cacao, leather and vanilla oak. Fine tannins, medium+ finish ending with toasty spice. Nice value. Tasted twice.
1st release of Montes Alpha was in 1988 when Montes became one of the first premium wineries in Chile. Today Aurelio Montes continues leading the winemaking effort. A blend of 90% Syrah, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon & 3% Viognier. Very dark red with aromas of berry fruit and cedar spice notes. On the palate blueberry and cherry flavors with cacao, leather and vanilla oak. Fine tannins, medium+ finish ending with toasty spice. Nice value. Tasted twice.
Jan 11th, 2021
Pear and chocolate. Hint of sage and tar. Will really come into its own in 5-8yr.
Pear and chocolate. Hint of sage and tar. Will really come into its own in 5-8yr.
Jul 1st, 2020Deep, deep ruby, dark intriguing nut brittle backed up by black fruits. Dry, mature tannins, spicy rich smoky fruits. Magnificently mature!
Deep, deep ruby, dark intriguing nut brittle backed up by black fruits. Dry, mature tannins, spicy rich smoky fruits. Magnificently mature!
Apr 20th, 2014
Oldie but a goodie. Omg when it opens up
Oldie but a goodie. Omg when it opens up
Jun 8th, 2020Bold! Fun. A little oaky. Great for sipping slowly.
Bold! Fun. A little oaky. Great for sipping slowly.
Feb 19th, 2015
