In 2019 Montes launched a new wine called Montes Wings.
A special Chilean Carmenère blend with some Cabernet Franc that clearly distinguishes itself from the strong, Purple Angel. For the Montes Wings, grapes are sourced from the sub-region of the Apalta Valley, which is considered a cool area in the Colchagua region. The wine shows a deep red color, with the purple undertones that are so characteristic of Carmenère. The intense nose reveals aromas of black fruits, such as blackberries and blueberries, accompanied by pleasant spicy notes of paprika and black pepper, sweet notes of the French oak barrels, resulting in a very complex wine. The rounded palate of the wine shows extreme softness and potency, with a very long, pleasant aftertaste.
Wine critic James Suckling was impressed by the abundance of delicious notes in his first taste of this wine and awarded it an impressive 96 points. He picked up notes of "olives, white pepper, fennel and lots of roasted red chilli", as well as "hints of cigar box and cocoa powder".
Montes Wings is a truly gourmet wine. Can be drunk immediately but can certainly mature for another 10-15 years in your cellar. Serve with a grilled steak or pulled pork. The wine really needs some firmness on the plate.
Montes Wings is a fantastic Chilean red wine from Viña Montes from Chile. This wine is made from 85% Carmenère and 15% Cabernet Franc grapes.
Recommended serving temperature between 16°C and 18°C.
Viña Montes is a renowned winery located in Chile. It was founded in 1988 by four friends: Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray, Alfredo Vidaurre and Pedro Grand. Viña Montes pride themselves on producing some of Chile's finest wines and have received international recognition for the quality and consistency of their products.
The winery is located in the Colchagua Valley, one of the most renowned wine regions in Chile. The area is known for its favorable climate and diverse soil types, which provide ideal conditions for growing high-quality grapes. Montes Winery uses sustainable viticultural practices and is committed to preserving the environment in their wine production.
Viña Montes produces a wide variety of wines, ranging from red and white wines to sparkling and dessert wines. They are best known for their iconic Montes Alpha line, which includes some of their most acclaimed and high quality wines. One of Montes' most famous wines is the Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon, a rich and complex red wine with notes of blackcurrant, cherry, cocoa and spice. Other popular wines include the Montes Alpha Chardonnay, Montes Twins Red Blend and Montes Outer Limits Sauvignon Blanc.
Viña Montes combines traditional winemaking techniques with modern innovations to produce excellent quality wines. They strive to reflect the unique characteristics of the Chilean terroir in their wines, with a focus on elegance, balance and expression.
Product | Montes Wings |
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Country | Chile |
Producer - Brand | Viña Montes |
Type of wine | Red |
Region | Colchagua Valley |
Grape variety | Carménère |
Price per bottle | €47.50 |
Vintage | Mail: info@le-connaisseur.nl |
Minimum number | 1 |