Montes Alpha Pinot Noir

Aurelio Montes is widely credited with pioneering Chile’s quality revolution. His ability to identify potential in previously unknown sites, has led to the creation of appellations which now produce some of Chile’s finest wines. The Colchagua Valley is a perfect example of this. Aurelio first came to the area in his 20s and became fascinated by the then-barren landscape of Apalta, where Montes are based today. Apalta translates to ‘poor soils’, referencing the area’s alluvial soils comprised predominantly of sandy loam and clay, as well as granite on the steep hillsides. Though a difficult environment for traditional agriculture, Aurelio sensed its potential for high-quality grape growing. Starting in these vineyards, he applied a rigorous, quality-focused approach to farming, resulting in low yields and perfectly ripe fruit.

This wine is bright ruby red in colour. The nose boasts intense aromas of blackberry, raspberry, and blueberry with hints of black plum and fig. Due to the time spent in oak barrels, there are also elegant toasted notes, crème brûlée and dulce de leche aromas. The palate is balanced with very good structure leading to a persistent and smooth finish.