Montes Alpha - Syrah Colchagua Valley 2021 (750ml)

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Producer	Montes Alpha
Country	Chile
Region	Colchagua Valley
Varietal	Syrah
Vintage	2021
Sku	106246
Size	750ml
ABV	14.50%

Montes Alpha Description

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This Syrah is sourced from steep blocks of Montes' Finca Apalta Estate vineyard with some additions from moderately sloped west facing blocks of their Marchigüe Estate vineyard. These two unique vineyards feature granite-rich soils in differing degrees of decomposition. Both have considerable variation in the clay content, depth, and organic matter from the influence of erosion and deposits from local rivers over time. The soils are generally deep in the flat areas and thinner at the foot of the mountains and at higher elevations.

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2021 vintage

Harvest Note
Concentrated winter rains totaling 20 inches provided a important water supply for the vineyards at a level not experienced in more than ten years. Budbreak and fruit set took place as expected, without spring frost, assuring the production of good-quality bunches. Significant rain after ripening created a huge amount of work in the vineyards to increase ventilation and enhance fruit drying. Timely action allowed winemakers to reach harvest with healthy grapes of good quality. Generally speaking, the season was cooler than the previous one, resulting in better color and aroma concentration and fresh wines with great personality.
Tasting Note
Deep red-violet in color, the nose is full of Syrah character, with strong notes of ripe blackberry and blueberry. On the palate, strawberry and cherry are underscored by meringue and liquorice with a subtle hint of leather. The palate is balanced and very smooth, with good body and a very appealing elegance.
Food Pairing
Highly recommended with duck breast, lamb or pork chops, pasta with pesto, lamb masala, or chicken with mushroom sauce.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 90% Syrah, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Viognier
APPELLATION: Colchagua Valley
PH: 3.4
ACIDITY: 3.7 g/l
ABV: 14.5%
AGING: 55% of the wine was aged for 12 months in first, second, and third use French oak barrels.
Unique Selling Points

First winery to plant Syrah in Chile
Unique blend of granite soil types from Apalta and Marchigϋe.
Distinct varietal character and generous body make this an exceptional value

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