Wine Reviews

Grapes come from vines that grow on the hillside of Apalta. This is a Carménère with a ripe character and lovely acidity. Aromas of berry jam join cinnamon, nutmeg and peppercorn on the nose. The palate is silky and fruity, with nice notes of cranberry sauce and red plum. Sweet spices add an extra layer of flavor

This dark garnet colored Carmenère based wine from Montes opens with an asphalt and green bell pepper bouquet with hints of blackberry and coffee grounds. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with medium acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth and polished. The flavor profile is green bell pepper and anise blend with notes of tar and black olive. We also detected hints of graphite, oak, blackberry, oolong tea, & dark chocolate. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity and moderate tannins are nicely extended

The blue fruit combines with violets, lavender, sandalwood, iodine and mussel shells. Medium-bodied with very poised fruit and tannins that are integrated nicely in a refined and sophisticated way. Silky and very attractive at the end.

This is really spicy and peppery, with cloves and nutmeg, as well as rose stems, dried herbs and currants. It’s full-bodied but polished and agile and shows a delicious finish. Fruity and flavorful, but accessible already. Better in a couple of years, but we like it now, too. New wine from Montes.

This is really spicy and peppery, with cloves and nutmeg, as well as rose stems, dried herbs and currants. It’s full-bodied but polished and agile and shows a delicious finish. Fruity and flavorful, but accessible already. Better in a couple of years, but we like it now, too.