Montes, Alpha Merlot, Colchagua Valley, Chile, 2013
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Drinking Window: 2016 - 2021
The Alpha range of wines by Montes is reliably good value. This Merlot has super-concentrated cassis on the palate with a touch of dried basil and rosemary and some violet notes. Extremely ripe, sweet and juicy with a full, dense mouthfeel. Gorgeous, but a bit one dimensional. Thankfully the generous acidity prevents this fruit bomb from becoming a cloying mess. Drink alone if your palate is up to it, otherwise soften the impact by drinking with grilled meats or strong cheese.
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Producer
Montes
Brand
Alpha Merlot
Vintage
2013
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
Chile
Region
Colchagua Valley
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
14.00%
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