Montes Alpha Special Cuvee Pinot Noir 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Montes
Label Name:
 
Alpha Special Cuvee Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Chile
Region:
 
Aconcagua Coast (Casablanca, Leyda, Zapallar Valleys)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 91 (2021); Gold Medal TexSom; positive press reviews from Kobrand/Wine. com and retailers

Tasting Note
Ruby-red; aromas of cherry, red plum, violets and wild flowers. Juicy palate with crushed red berries, subtle vanilla, nutmeg and cinnamon; balanced acidity, round ripe tannins and a long, elegant finish.

Food Pairing
Roast duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, pork chops, Camembert; Asian: Peking duck, teriyaki salmon, char siu pork, miso-glazed aubergine, mushroom ramen.

Production Method
Cool-climate grapes picked from coastal valleys. Fermented with gentle extraction; ~40% of the wine aged 10–12 months in French oak (portion new and used barrels).

Vineyard Info
Produced by Viña Montes, founded by Aurelio Montes; established Chilean house sourcing coastal Aconcagua vineyards for cool-climate Pinot Noir.