Vina MontesAlpha M Apalta Vineyard 2021

Name: Alpha M Apalta Vineyard
Brand: Vina Montes
SKU: VIN-028108
Price: 64.1 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product code: 28108

£64.10 inc VAT

Red Wine from
Colchagua Valley, Chile

Country: Chile

Region: Colchagua Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Vina Montes

Alcohol: 14.50%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Aurelio Montes Baseden

Grape: Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot

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Country: Chile

Region: Colchagua Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Vina Montes

Alcohol: 14.50%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Aurelio Montes Baseden

Grape: Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot

Taste Profile

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidic

Tasting Note

A deep ruby-red colour, the predominant aromas are of ripe red and black fruit, such as strawberry, cherry and cassis, with subtle hints of mint and candy. The 18 months' ageing in French barrels adds notes of tobacco and toast that are well-balanced and the palate is beautifully balanced and silky, with a long-lasting finish.

Product Notes

Vina Montes Alpha M Apalta Vineyard wine is an esteemed Chilean red, noted for its profound depth of flavour. Infused with rich, ripe blackberry and currant aromas, intertwined with hints of mocha and dark chocolate, it strikes an impressive balance between bold, fruit-forward taste profile and subtle undertones of spice and oak. It possesses soft, silky tannins and a luxuriously long finish. This full-bodied, robust wine is beautifully expressive of its unique terroir in the Apalta vineyard, regarded as one of Chile's premier wine regions. A captivating blend of elegance and strength, it’s an essential choice for discerning wine connoisseurs.

About the Winery

Nestled within the picturesque Montes Apalta Estate vineyards in Chile's primary wine-growing region, Colchagua Valley, the Vina Montes winery represents a benchmark of both beauty and excellence in winemaking. As one can imagine, it's an idyllic setting that perfectly complements the extraordinary range of rich, full-flavoured wines produced here.

Founded by four pioneers in Chilean wine - Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray, Alfredo Vidaurre and Pedro Grand - Vina Montes continues to uphold the traditions of superior quality. Their storied history includes a relentless pursuit of the highest standards of cultivation and production methods. Each grape is hand-harvested and carefully selected to ensure the succulence and intensity that characterise Vina Montes wines.

One of the defining features of Vina Montes is its iconic Feng Shui-inspired winery building. Symbolising the harmony of the natural world, the winery is carefully designed and constructed to harness positive energy, ultimately enhancing the wine's quality and taste. The cutting-edge winery also boasts of eco-conscious measures, including a complete gravity-flow system that gently handles the grape, and a comprehensive water recycling scheme.

Their extensive selection of wines showcases a harmonious blend of the region's diverse climate and the masterful techniques applied. Montes Alpha and Purple Angel have gained particular acclaim; described as truly captivating expressions of the best that Chilean vineyards offer.

The winery also offers a captivating visitor experience, From vineyard tours and tastings led by knowledgeable guides, to meals in the on-site restaurant, where dishes are expertly paired with Montes wines. Notably, the tours feature soothing Gregorian chants resonating through the barrel room, thought to encourage the maturation process.

Overall, Vina Montes winery serves as a testament to the power of vision, innovation and passion in transforming a raw, natural product into exquisite wine. It is no wonder that, it welcomes wine enthusiasts from across the globe, marking its place as a prime destination on every wine lover's travel itinerary.

https://www.monteswines.com

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