Montes 'Classic Series' Malbec 2008
09 March 2010
Grape Variety: 100% Malbec
Growing Region: Colchagua Valley, Chile
Head Winemaker: Aurelio Montes
TASTING NOTE:
If you enjoy bright, fruit forward, early drinking styles of red wines that match a wide variety of dishes and occasions - this Malbec from Montes is one of those wines you should not miss out on - I would suggest that you jump on your bicycle (after you read this) and buy a case today before it all runs out. The grapes for this wine are from vines close to 100 years old in the well reputed Colchagua valley. The ripe Malbec fruit, which has been aged for 6 months in new and used French & American oak.
In the glass you have an intense ruby red colour. On the palate you have this appealing fruitiness combination of plum and blackberry characters, makes this wine a very good example of the potential of Colchagua valley and ripe Malbec. The subtle spiciness is totally integrated with the hints of vanilla that comes from the time in oak. The wine is full and mouth-filling, with ripe tannins and a voluptuous mid-palate and a persistent and very enjoyable, finish. Best served at 17-18 degrees C.
CELLARING POTENTIAL:
Drinking perfectly well now; and over the next 2-3 years.
SUGGESTED FOOD MATCHES:
Perfect wine match with red meats, pasta, and sauced dishes, plus tapas, enjoy.
Decant for 30 minutes and then sit back and enjoy.
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