{"product_id":"montes-purple-angel","title":"Montes, Purple Angel","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 Chile\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\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003eColchagua Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\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;\"\u003e92% Carmenère, 8% Petit Verdot\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\u003e2021\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\u003eMontes Purple Angel 2021 Carménère – Iconic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/chilean-wines\" title=\"Chilean Wine Collection\"\u003eChilean\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/red-wine\" title=\"Red Wine Collection\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRich, refined and globally celebrated, the Montes Purple Angel 2021.\u003c\/strong\u003e Carménère brings together the very best of Chile’s \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/colchagua-valley\" title=\"Colchagua Wine Collection\"\u003eColchagua Valley\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e viticulture. A flagship wine from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/montes\" title=\"Montes Wine Collection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViña Montes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, this vintage showcases a perfectly balanced blend of Carménère and Petit Verdot, structured, expressive, and sophisticated, ideal for collectors and wine lovers alike. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Product Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProducer: Viña Montes\u003cbr\u003eWine Name: Montes Purple Angel 2021\u003cbr\u003eVintage: 2021\u003cbr\u003eGrape Varieties: 92% Carménère, 8% Petit Verdot \u003cbr\u003eRegion: Colchagua Valley, Chile \u003cbr\u003eABV: 14.5% \u003cbr\u003eAgeing: 18 months in French oak barrels \u003cbr\u003eBottle Size: 75cl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpert Critic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProfessional Wine Ratings\u003cbr\u003e• James Suckling – 97+ Points – Exceptionally rich and silky with intense fruit and spice character. \u003cbr\u003e• Vinous – 94 Points – Silky texture, balanced tannins and fine acidity with dark fruit and tobacco layers. \u003cbr\u003e• Wine Spectator – 94 Points – Deep fruit core with peppery floral detail and persistent finish. \u003cbr\u003e• Wine Enthusiast – 93 Points; Wine Advocate – 92 Points – A benchmark for quality Chilean Carménère. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes – What to Expect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColour: Deep crimson with rich purple hues indicative of premium Carménère. \u003cbr\u003eNose: Intense and inviting with layered aromas of:\u003cbr\u003e• Blackberry \u0026amp; ripe blueberry\u003cbr\u003e• Dried plum \u0026amp; candied fruits\u003cbr\u003e• Sweet spice, nutmeg, vanilla, and pastry notes \u003cbr\u003ePalate: Full bodied and structured with:\u003cbr\u003e• Rich black and blue fruit\u003cbr\u003e• Silky tannins and balanced acidity\u003cbr\u003e• Sweet spice, coffee, and tobacco complexity\u003cbr\u003e• Long, elegant finish with lingering sweet spice and dark chocolate tones \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Origins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted from selected parcels in the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/apalta\" title=\"Apalta Wine Collection\"\u003eApalta\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and Marchigüe vineyards of Colchagua Valley, Purple Angel thrives in exceptional terroir. These sites combine cool Pacific influences with steep, well drained soils, ideal conditions for Carménère grapes to develop concentrated flavours and natural balance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 growing season delivered healthy, well ripened fruit, hand harvested and cold soaked for enhanced aromatic intensity. Fermentation was followed by extended oak ageing (~18 months), adding spice and structure, especially from French oak influence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMontes Purple Angel 2021 pairs beautifully with rich, flavour driven dishes thanks to its bold profile:\u003cbr\u003e• Grilled ribeye or lamb shoulder\u003cbr\u003e• Rosemary crusted pork\u003cbr\u003e• Mature cheeses (Manchego, Comté)\u003cbr\u003e• Dark chocolate dessert or spiced fruit tarts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecant for 45-60 minutes for best aromatic and flavour expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing \u0026amp; Cellaring Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Optimal Serving Temperature: 16 18°C\u003cbr\u003e• Cellaring Potential: Drink now or age gracefully for the next 8–12 years\u003cbr\u003e• Aeration: Decant 30–45 minutes prior to serving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca title=\"Montes Wine Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/montes\"\u003eMontes Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/red-wine?pf_t_country=Argentina\u0026amp;pf_t_country=Chile\" title=\"South American Red Wines\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouth American\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e reds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/chilean-wines\" title=\"Chilean Wine Collection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChilean\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover wines from \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/colchagua?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=colchag\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"Colchagua Wine Collection\"\u003eColchagua Valley\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: What makes Purple Angel Carménère special?\u003cbr\u003eA: Purple Angel is widely regarded as one of the world’s top Carménère expressions, combining depth, balance and complexity rarely seen outside Bordeaux varietals. \u003cbr\u003eQ: Is 2021 a good vintage?\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, cooler conditions in 2021 enhanced colour intensity, aromatic purity, and structural balance, making this vintage especially refined. \u003cbr\u003eQ: Can this wine benefit from ageing?\u003cbr\u003eA: Absolutely. While approachable now, moderate cellaring will reveal even more depth and nuance in the years ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy from Divine Fine Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the UK’s trusted specialist for curated fine wines, Divine Fine Wines delivers authenticity, expert service, and fast UK shipping. Whether investing in your wine cellar or choosing a standout gift, our selection meets both novice and connoisseur standards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Fine Wines","offers":[{"title":"75cl \/ Tax Included","offer_id":51606974726487,"sku":null,"price":63.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6x75cl Case \/ Tax Included","offer_id":51606974759255,"sku":null,"price":383.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/5334\/6391\/files\/Montes-Purple-Angel-2021.jpg?v=1757399446","url":"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/montes-purple-angel","provider":"Divine Fine Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}