Vina MontesFolly Apalta Vineyard Syrah 2020

Name: Folly Apalta Vineyard Syrah
Brand: Vina Montes
SKU: VIN-019384
Price: 63 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product code: 19384

£63.00 inc VAT

Red Wine from
Rapel Valley, Chile

Country: Chile

Region: Rapel Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Vina Montes

Alcohol: 15.5%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Aurelio Montes

Grape: Shiraz/Syrah

Grape: 100% Syrah/Shiraz

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Country: Chile

Region: Rapel Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Vina Montes

Alcohol: 15.5%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Aurelio Montes

Grape: Shiraz/Syrah

Grape: 100% Syrah/Shiraz

Product Notes

Vina Montes Folly Apalta Vineyard Syrah wine is a Chilean delight, representing the epitome of mastery in winemaking. Produced within the picturesque Apalta Vineyards, it is renowned for an array of bountiful black fruit flavours, such as blackberry and plum, enwrapped in a seductive shroud of smoky spice. Its bold, full-bodied character brings forth hints of chocolate and vanilla, achieving an excellent balance with its refined tannins. Its intense, velvety finish promises a sophisticated tasting experience, making this serious, captivating Syrah a true indulgence for any discerning wine enthusiast.

Tasting Notes

This wine is a deep red in colour with purple hues. On the nose are intense aromas of ripe black fruits such as blueberry and blackberry, accompanied by notes of leather, black pepper and sweet spices. The French oak is very well-integrated and displays notes of tobacco, vanilla and toast. This wine is well-balanced, complex and elegant, with round tannins, tremendous structure, and a long and pleasing finish.

About the Winery

Nestled within the picturesque Montes Apalta Estate vineyards in Chile's primary wine-growing region, Colchagua Valley, the Vina Montes winery represents a benchmark of both beauty and excellence in winemaking. As one can imagine, it's an idyllic setting that perfectly complements the extraordinary range of rich, full-flavoured wines produced here.

Founded by four pioneers in Chilean wine - Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray, Alfredo Vidaurre and Pedro Grand - Vina Montes continues to uphold the traditions of superior quality. Their storied history includes a relentless pursuit of the highest standards of cultivation and production methods. Each grape is hand-harvested and carefully selected to ensure the succulence and intensity that characterise Vina Montes wines.

One of the defining features of Vina Montes is its iconic Feng Shui-inspired winery building. Symbolising the harmony of the natural world, the winery is carefully designed and constructed to harness positive energy, ultimately enhancing the wine's quality and taste. The cutting-edge winery also boasts of eco-conscious measures, including a complete gravity-flow system that gently handles the grape, and a comprehensive water recycling scheme.

Their extensive selection of wines showcases a harmonious blend of the region's diverse climate and the masterful techniques applied. Montes Alpha and Purple Angel have gained particular acclaim; described as truly captivating expressions of the best that Chilean vineyards offer.

The winery also offers a captivating visitor experience, From vineyard tours and tastings led by knowledgeable guides, to meals in the on-site restaurant, where dishes are expertly paired with Montes wines. Notably, the tours feature soothing Gregorian chants resonating through the barrel room, thought to encourage the maturation process.

Overall, Vina Montes winery serves as a testament to the power of vision, innovation and passion in transforming a raw, natural product into exquisite wine. It is no wonder that, it welcomes wine enthusiasts from across the globe, marking its place as a prime destination on every wine lover's travel itinerary.

https://www.monteswines.com

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