Montes Alpha, Aconcagua Costa Chardonnay 2023
Product Information
Country Chile
Region Aconcagua
Grape Variety Chardonnay
Vintage 2023
ABV 14%
Montes Alpha Aconcagua Costa Chardonnay 2023 is a premium Chilean white wine crafted in the cool-climate coastal vineyards of the Aconcagua Costa Valley, where sea breezes and sandy-loam soils create ideal conditions for elegant, expressive Chardonnay.
This 2023 vintage Chilean Chardonnay delivers ripe tropical flavours of pineapple and papaya, beautifully complemented by subtle oak notes of vanilla and toasted almonds. Aged for 12 months in new French oak barrels, this wine offers a layered palate with balanced acidity and a long, refreshing finish.
Grown in sustainably farmed vineyards, the grapes were hand-harvested at peak ripeness and gently pressed to preserve freshness and aromatics. The result is a refined cool-climate Chardonnay perfect for pairing with seafood, creamy pastas, or roast chicken.
Montes Wines – Premium Chilean Wines from Apalta & Colchagua Valley
Founded in 1987 by winemaker Aurelio Montes and his visionary partners, Montes Winery has become a global symbol of premium Chilean wine. At a time when Chile was little known for high-end wines, their mission was clear: to craft world-class wines that showcased the country's untapped potential.
Shop Premium Wines from Chile’s Top Wine Regions
Montes is a leading name in Chilean viticulture, with vineyards in the renowned Apalta and Colchagua Valley wine regions. The Apalta vineyard, with its rugged slopes and granite-rich, poor soils, proved ideal for low-yield, high-quality grape growing. Aurelio Montes was the first to recognize its potential, turning a once-barren land into one of Chile’s most prestigious wine appellations. In 2018, Apalta officially achieved DO (Denomination of Origin) status—thanks in no small part to Montes' advocacy.
In 2024, Montes became B-Corp Certified, reinforcing their dedication to sustainable winemaking in Chile. They use a proprietary Sustainable Dry Farming irrigation system, cutting water use by 65% while enhancing fruit concentration.
Explore Iconic Montes Wines Online
Montes Folly Syrah
Crafted from the highest, steepest slopes of Apalta, this bold and expressive Chilean Syrah is one of the winery's flagship reds. It is rich, structured, and age-worthy.
Montes Alpha M – Chilean Bordeaux Blend
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc, Alpha M is a sophisticated take on the classic Bordeaux style, made with fruit from Apalta's best vineyard sites.
Montes Purple Angel – Premium Carménère
This full-bodied red wine blends Carménère and Petit Verdot from Apalta and Marchigüe and consistently earns 97+ points from critics like James Suckling.
Montes Alpha Collection – Shop Chile’s Best Value Premium Wines
The Montes Alpha range started with the game-changing Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon in 1987, proving Chile’s capability in producing premium wines. Now expanded to include:
• Montes Alpha Carmenère – Smoky, spicy, and smooth
• Montes Alpha Merlot – Soft, fleshy, and full of ripe fruit
• Montes Alpha Chardonnay – Rich, tropical, and well-balanced white wine
Each wine is crafted with minimal intervention, precision irrigation, and a commitment to sustainable viticulture.
