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2012 Colchagua Valley Carmenere

Montes Alpha 2012 Carmenere from the esteemed Colchagua Valley is a luxurious red wine that embodies the region's ability to produce rich and expressive varietals. This captivating wine reveals deep, dark fruit flavors, complemented by hints of black pepper and subtle earthy undertones that create a mesmerizing complexity. The well-integrated tannins provide a firm structure while remaining smooth and approachable, making it a delightful choice for both casual sipping and elegant dining. Its vibrant acidity brings refreshing balance, enhancing the overall experience. With its full body and pronounced fruit intensity, this wine not only highlights the terroir of the Colchagua Valley but also showcases the expertise of Montes Alpha in crafting exceptional wines.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb, Grilled Meats

Region:


Chile
Chile

In recent years, Chile has increasingly produced incredible wines of exceptional value. With a setting influenced by the Andes Mountains, the Pacific Ocean, the Atacama Desert and even Antarctica, Chile is a diverse land with rocky foothills, lush valley floors and cool coastal zones. Chile gained international renown for its New World take on classic Bordeaux varieties. Interestingly, it's an obscure red Bordeaux variety—Carménère—that has become Chile's signature grape. But other Old World varieties do equally well in Chile; Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay have all become mainstays of Chilean wine, exhibiting impressive levels of quality and balance in the country's distinct terroirs.

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