{"product_id":"montes-alpha-carmenere","title":"Montes Alpha, Carmenère","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/chilean-wines\" title=\"Chilean Wine Collection\"\u003eChile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003eRegion \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/colchagua-valley\" title=\"Colchagua Valley Wine Collection\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003eColchagua Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eGrape Variety \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e90% \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/carmenere\" title=\"Carmenere Wine Collection\"\u003eCarmenère\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, 10% \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Collection\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eABV \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e14.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndulge in the rich, full-bodied character of Montes Alpha Carmenère 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e, a standout premium \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/red-wine\" title=\"Red Wine Collection\"\u003ered wine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e from Chile’s renowned Colchagua Valley. Crafted from hand-harvested grapes grown in the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/apalta\" title=\"Apalta Wine Collection\"\u003eApalta\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and Marchigüe vineyards, this Carmenère is the perfect expression of terroir, tradition, and expert winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainable Vineyards \u0026amp; Ideal Growing Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from Montes' own vineyards in Apalta and Marchigüe, the grapes benefit from sustainable dry-farming practices that ensure concentrated fruit and minimal water use. The Apalta vines grow on steep 45° slopes, where cool ocean breezes and chilly nights extend the ripening process for optimal flavour. Marchigüe’s drier, ocean-cooled climate provides consistently healthy fruit thanks to natural protection from the Coastal Range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Vintage – A Testament to Skilled Vineyard Management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2022 growing season brought early spring rains and a cool, dry autumn—ideal for slow, even ripening. Despite mid-season challenges, Montes’ expert vineyard management delivered healthy, high-quality grapes picked at peak ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Vinification \u0026amp; French Oak Ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach grape was hand-harvested and double-sorted before undergoing cold maceration and fermentation with selected yeasts. The wine was aged for 12 months in 50% new French oak barrels, with the remainder matured in concrete tanks to preserve fruit purity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA deep ruby red with violet tones, Montes Alpha Carmenère 2022 delivers intense aromas of plum, black cherry, cassis, and dark chocolate, lifted by hints of sweet spice. On the palate, expect well-integrated oak, silky tannins, and a vibrant fruit core. A full-bodied red wine with structure and elegance in every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect Pairing: Enjoy this Chilean Carmenère with grilled meats, spicy dishes, or aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Wines – Premium Chilean Wines from Apalta \u0026amp; Colchagua Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Premium Wines from Chile’s Top Wine Regions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMontes 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Iconic Montes Wines Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/montes-folly-syrah-2020\" title=\"Montes, Folly Syrah 2020\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Folly Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/montes-alpha-m-2019?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=17851400e\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Montes, Alpha M 2019\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Alpha M – Chilean Bordeaux Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/montes-purple-angel-2021\" title=\"Montes, Purple Angel 2021\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Purple Angel – Premium Carménère\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis full-bodied red wine blends Carménère and Petit Verdot from Apalta and Marchigüe and consistently earns 97+ points from critics like James Suckling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Alpha Collection – Shop Chile’s Best Value Premium Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/montes-alpha-carmenere-2021\" title=\"Montes Alpha, Carmenère 2021\"\u003eMontes Alpha Carmenère – Smoky, spicy, and smooth\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/montes-alpha-merlot-2022?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=6a20ed2fd\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eMontes Alpha Merlot – Soft, fleshy, and full of ripe fruit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/montes-alpha-aconcagua-costa-chardonnay-2023\" title=\"Montes Alpha, Aconcagua Costa Chardonnay 2023\"\u003e Montes Alpha Chardonnay – Rich, tropical, and well-balanced white wine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach wine is crafted with minimal intervention, precision irrigation, and a commitment to sustainable viticulture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Fine Wines","offers":[{"title":"75cl \/ Tax Included","offer_id":51606948938071,"sku":null,"price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6x75cl Case \/ Tax Included","offer_id":51606948970839,"sku":null,"price":95.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/5334\/6391\/files\/Montes-Alpha-Carmenere-2021.jpg?v=1757397248","url":"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/montes-alpha-carmenere","provider":"Divine Fine Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}