and built firmly around drinkability
Complex flavours of black cardamom
and crushed herbs
Peak Drinking: Great drinking now but this wine will also benefit from up to 10 – 15 years of careful cellaring
Excellent to drink now as the Sauvignon Blanc’s racy acidity is to the fore but after 2 years in bottle the Viognier and Semillon start to emerge with the Viognier noticeable for apricot notes and the Semillon adding richness and texture
2021 Carmenere, Montes Alpha Winter Offers and built firmly around drinkabilitySmooth, expressive and unmistakably Carmnre, this opens with ripe blackberry, black cherry and plum, followed by notes of dark chocolate, clove and a gentle lift of green pepper and dried herbs. The palate is plush and flowing, with generous dark fruit wrapped in velvety tannins, balanced by fresh acidity and a subtle savoury edge that adds complexity without interrupting the glide. Polished and confident, it finishes long, warming and quietly