{"title":"Colchagua Valley","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColchagua Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eColchagua Valley is one of Chile's most prestigious wine regions, located south of Santiago. Thanks to warm days, cool nights, and the influence of the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, the grapes ripen optimally. The region is world-renowned for powerful red wines made from Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wines are characterized by ripe dark fruit, soft tannins, and excellent balance. Colchagua Valley has won numerous international awards in recent decades and is among the absolute elite of Chilean viticulture. At Vechtstreek Wijnen, you will find a carefully selected assortment from this famous wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarmenère \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMerlot\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"montes-alpha-chardonnay","title":"Montes Alpha Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting note Montes Alpha Chardonnay \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rich yet elegant Chardonnay from Aconcagua Costa in Chile, where the vineyards are strongly influenced by the proximity of the Pacific Ocean. On the nose, \u003cstrong\u003eplenty of pineapple, ripe banana, mango, peach, and pear, complemented by grapefruit and subtle notes of toast.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is full and creamy, yet simultaneously fresh thanks to its natural acidity. The combination of ripe tropical fruit, citrus, and refined oak notes creates a beautiful balance. The finish is long, elegant, and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Alpha Chardonnay \u003c\/strong\u003epairs beautifully with salmon tartare, lobster, fresh shellfish, ripe cheeses, pasta with cream sauce, white meat, poultry, crab, risotto, salmon, and sea bass. In short: the ultimate food wine! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha series from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montes\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eMontes winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is the heart of all wines crafted by winemaker Aurelio Montes. The grapes for this wine come from their relatively cool-climate vineyards along the Chilean coastal strip called D.O. Aconcagua. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected. 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According to Montes, part of the wine is aged for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12 months in French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, which provides additional structure and subtle notes of toast and vanilla without the wood overpowering the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine scores\/awards \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e91 points – James Suckling, 2023 vintage (2025)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e90 points – Wine Enthusiast, 2023 vintage (2026)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e90 points – Alistair Cooper MW, 2022 vintage (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e92 points – Vinous, 2022 vintage (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e91 points – Tim Atkin, 2022 vintage (2025)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMontes Alpha Chardonnay comes from \u003cstrong\u003eAconcagua Costa,\u003c\/strong\u003e a cool coastal region where the cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean creates a very different climate than in the warmer parts of Chile. 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Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon is made from strictly selected Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from the slopes of Marchigüe and especially the steep Apalta vineyard in the Colchagua Valley along the Tinguiririca River. Here, the grapes benefit from an excellent microclimate, with poor soil consisting mainly of granite with some clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine undergoes approximately eight months of aging in French oak. This creates the characteristic notes of vanilla, smoke, cedarwood, and sweet spices, while preserving the fruit and structure of the Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoreover, Montes works with a so-called water-saving winegrowing system. 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A deep and vibrant ruby red color. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Alpha Carmenère\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well, as befits a South American wine, with ‘churrasco’, or grilled red meat. Also perfect with pork chops, spaghetti Bolognese, lamb chops and stews. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/Montes%20Alpha%20Carmen%C3%A8re%20komt%20uit%20de%20Colchagua%20Valley,%20met%20druiven%20uit%20onder%20andere%20Apalta%20en%20Marchig%C3%BCe.%20Carmen%C3%A8re%20is%20inmiddels%20uitgegroeid%20tot%20een%20van%20de%20kenmerkende%20druiven%20van%20Chili,%20maar%20oorspronkelijk%20komt%20de%20druif%20uit%20Bordeaux.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eMontes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Alpha Carmenère comes from the Colchagua Valley, with grapes from areas including Apalta and Marchigüe. Carmenère has since become one of Chile's signature grapes, although the grape originally comes from Bordeaux.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand and strictly selected. 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The nose reveals ripe blackberries, figs, and blackcurrants, complemented by cassis, black pepper, leather, and dark chocolate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eThe palate is full and concentrated, yet beautifully balanced thanks to fresh acidity and remarkably soft tannins. The wine has great structure and volume, while spicy and fruity notes provide tension. The finish is long, powerful, and refined.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Alpha Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well with grilled meats, lamb, and red meat. This wine is also highly recommended with tangy blue cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Chilean winery Montes\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas founded in 1987 by Aurelio Montes together with three partners, bringing years of experience in winemaking and the wine trade. The ambition to become the best winery Chile could produce has certainly been realized. Montes is globally recognized as one of the best producers of premium wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA special detail is that approximately 50% of the wine is \u003cstrong\u003eaged for 12 months in French oak barrels.\u003c\/strong\u003e The remaining wine is aged without this barrel treatment. This gives the Syrah extra structure and complexity while ensuring the character of the fruit remains clearly present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA significant portion of new French oak is used for the barrel aging. According to Montes, the wine can be enjoyed now, but also has an aging potential of about ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine ratings\/awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e94 points – James Suckling, 2022 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e92 points – Vinous, 2022 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e91 points – Wine Spectator, 2022 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e90 points – Tim Atkin, 2022 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e90 points – Wine Enthusiast, 2022 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSyrah from Colchagua has a very recognizable Chilean character. 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On the nose, it offers plenty of ripe raspberries, black cherries, and plums, complemented by violets, leather, and subtle notes of smoke and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe palate is broad and rich, but thanks to fresh acidity and silky tannins, the wine remains beautifully balanced. The ripe fruit is complemented by notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and a slight spiciness. The finish is long and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Alpha Malbec \u003c\/strong\u003enaturally pairs well with typical South American meat dishes, such as grilled meat, red meat, pork, lamb, and Mexican dishes. 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Thanks to its complexity, Taita is also a wine to be savored slowly, without a meal, in good company.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMontes Taita is the flagship wine of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montes\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eMontes winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and belongs to the absolute pinnacle of the Chilean wine world. The wine comes from one special plot in the Marchigüe Valley, on the western side of the Colchagua Valley, just 25 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean. Thanks to the granite-rich soils, the cool coastal climate, and extremely low yields, the result is a wine with exceptional concentration, elegance, and complexity. Taita is produced exclusively in the best vintages and in a very limited edition (only 3,788 bottles in 2020).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter strict selection, the grapes are processed exclusively by gravity to ensure minimal damage to the fruit. Fermentation takes place using indigenous yeasts, followed by 24 months of aging in primarily new French oak barrels. The wine then matures for another 10 months in large wooden foudres and at least two years in the bottle before it is released to the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly about 3 tons of grapes per hectare are harvested for Taita. That is less than half of what is customary for quality wines. The low yield ensures an enormous concentration of aromas, flavor, and structure. Moreover, the wine is only released after years of aging in barrel and bottle. This is a wine for the true connoisseur!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine scores\/awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e🏅 98 points – James Suckling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e🏅 97 points – Descorchados\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e🏅 96 points – Vinous (Joaquín Hidalgo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Taita' means 'wise father' or 'respected elder' in various South American cultures. 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The four grapes complement each other beautifully: Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure, Syrah adds power and volume, Carmenère offers softness, and Tempranillo brings freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA full-bodied, sultry, and yet surprisingly smooth red blend from the Colchagua Valley in Chile. The wine is made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carmenère, and Tempranillo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Twins Red Blend \u003c\/strong\u003eis delicious with grilled red meat, lamb, barbecue, charcuterie, and hearty cheeses. It also makes an excellent pairing with pasta in a rich tomato sauce or a hearty pizza.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine comes from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/colchagua-valley\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eColchagua Valley,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e one of Chile's most well-known wine regions. The grapes are sourced from Apalta and Marchigüe. By combining grapes from these different areas, a beautiful balance is created between ripe fruit, power, and freshness. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the wine is aged for approximately 12 months in French oak barrels. This imparts subtle notes of vanilla, spices, toast, and chocolate to the wine, while the ripe fruit remains beautifully prominent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover even more wines from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montes\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eMontes winery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine ratings\/awards \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e91 points – James Suckling, 2023 vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe name Twins has a fun story.\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine originated from a kind of winemaking competition \u003cstrong\u003ebetween Aurelio Montes senior and his son Aurelio Montes junior\u003c\/strong\u003e. They each created their own blend but could not agree on which was the best. Eventually, both blends were combined. 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Everything falls into place, with a beautiful balance and a long finish. An intense deep red color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e is delicious with grilled meat, red meat, lamb, game and pasta dishes, paella, cannelloni, and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha series from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montes\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eMontes winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is the heart of all the wines crafted by winemaker Aurelio Montes. Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon is made from strictly selected Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from the slopes of Marchigüe and, above all, the steep Apalta vineyard in the Colchagua Valley along the Tinguiririca River. Here, the grapes benefit from an excellent microclimate, with poor soil consisting mainly of granite with some clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine undergoes approximately eight months of aging in French oak. This creates characteristic notes of vanilla, smoke, cedarwood, and sweet spices, while the fruit and structure of the Cabernet Sauvignon are preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, Montes works with a so-called water-saving winegrowing system. 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Since then, the Alpha line has grown into one of Chile's most well-known premium wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944376013125,"sku":"35213","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/363a3749f1d3422aeb0ed1a8b64acc9cc699f9d6.jpg?v=1787300025"},{"product_id":"montes-outer-limits-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Montes Outer Limits Sauvignon Blanc","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting note Montes Outer Limits Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn elegant and distinctive Sauvignon Blanc from Zapallar on the Chilean coast. The nose is immediately filled with passion fruit, lime, and grapefruit, with a subtle green hint of asparagus in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is dry, fresh, and crisp, with lively acidity and a light body. The long, fresh finish and mineral character give the wine great tension. Its cool-climate origin is clearly recognizable: this is a Sauvignon Blanc with plenty of freshness and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelicious as an aperitif, but especially lovely with oysters, shellfish, ceviche, carpaccio, and goat cheese. It is also an excellent pairing for light fish dishes and summer salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Montes Outer Limits series is intended as a journey of discovery through Chile's more extreme terroirs. 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The wine has a remarkably long finish and remains beautifully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA characterful and lively red blend from the Colchagua Valley in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/chili\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eChile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e CGM stands for Carignan, Grenache and Mourvèdre, three grape varieties that together produce a surprisingly juicy and spicy wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontes Outer Limits CGM\u003c\/strong\u003e is delicious with lamb, grilled meat, stews, spicy sausage, barbecue and Mediterranean dishes. It also makes for a lovely combination with dishes featuring eggplant, bell pepper and tomato.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Montes Outer Limits series was developed from the search for exceptional and sometimes extreme terroirs in Chile. For the CGM, Montes chose Marchigüe in the Colchagua Valley, where granite-rich soils and the climate produce grapes with great character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis combination is best known from the South of France and the Rhône, but Montes gives it a distinctly Chilean twist. As a result, the wine has a beautiful combination of ripe fruit, spiciness, freshness and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA unique aspect of this wine is its maturation in concrete eggs. Montes uses large concrete vessels with an egg-shaped design for this purpose. 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We know these three grapes primarily from the South of France, but here, Montes lets them truly shine in Chile. And it is precisely the combination with the granite-rich soils of Colchagua that gives the wine its own unique Chilean character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59098807206213,"sku":"35218","price":26.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/a9170078a4e20eefe634079c7166bb5b84d10502.jpg?v=1788440190"}],"url":"https:\/\/vechtstreekwijnen.nl\/en\/collections\/colchagua-valley.oembed","provider":"Vechtstreek Wijnen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}