
2019 Montes "Purple Angel" Carménère Valle de Colchagua
98
James Suckling
Review Date: 12/2022Consistently one of the best and most layered carmeneres from Chile and, indeed, the world. Intriguing Cuban cigar and roasted bay-leaf character to the blackcurrants, blackberries and exotic spices. Some sandalwood, black chocolate, cedar and baked red chili pepper, too. Full-bodied, creamy and voluptuous, but still fresh and juicy, with dried-leaf, dark-olive and finely ground cocoa-powder character. Dusty tannins and a long, refined finish. A blend of 92% Carmenere from Apalta (46%) and Marchigue(46%) and 8% Petit Verdot from Apalta.
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Professional Reviews
94
Vinous
Review Date: 06/2022
The 2019 Carménère Purple Angel is also 8% Petit Verdot from Colchagua, and was 80% aged in new barrels for 18 months. Intense purple in color. The nose offers notes of ash, pyrazine, ripe plum, cedar and other aromas from the aging process. Creamy and intense with refined tannins and a broad, hefty flow; the moderate freshness adds a touch of juice. A long-lasting wine with a clear profile. (JH)
93
Wine & Spirits
Review Date: 10/2022
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93
Wine Spectator
Review Date: 12/2022
Opens with elegant details of plumeria and wet stone that fold over onto the palate, where lively acidity drives the clove-accented red currant and raspberry flavors, adding touches of vanilla bean and baker’s chocolate that persist and echo back the core flavors around fine tannins. (AR)
Product Details
Origin: Chile
Type/Varietal: Other Red Wines
SKU: #1727244

