{"title":"Apalta","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"montes-alpha-syrah","title":"Montes Alpha Syrah","description":"Sit back, relax, because this is a very spicy, full-bodied young wine with deep aromas and flavors. It's no wonder the Montes Alpha Syrah has been named game wine of the year. It's a wine with a unique character, a result of the winery's years of experience. It was founded in 1987 by Aurelio Montes and three partners with a shared goal: to create the finest Chilean wines made from local grape varieties. It started small, but today Montes boasts a whopping 600 hectares of vineyards across Chile. The vineyards are located in five different communes, where they produce a variety of wines. This red Syrah comes from one of Chile's finest vineyards, the Colchagua Valley. This wine is now made by Aurelio's son, Aurelio Jr., a passionate man who learned the art of winemaking from his father.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Wood aging for the Montes Alpha Syrah\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe Syrah grapes for this Montes Alpha are grown in the municipalities of Apalta and Marchique in Colchaqua. Here, the climate and soil structure are perfect for the Syrah grape. The organic soil with its many diverse layers provides the Syrah grape with everything it needs. The abundant sunshine and the cool breeze from the Tinguirrica River contribute to this unique harvest. Besides the Syrah grape, a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier is added to this red wine to make it just a little more drinkable. And that's a good thing, because otherwise it would have been too harsh and complex. After being harvested by hand, this red wine is aged for a full twelve months in oak barrels. The Montes cellars contain French oak barrels, most of which are two years old. This gives the Syrah everything it needs.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Full and very powerful this Montes Alpha Syrah\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nOpen the bottle quickly, because this is a spectacle! The most beautiful aromas are released upon opening. We noted notes of spices, blackcurrant fruit, and a touch of vanilla. In the glass, this red wine has a purplish-red hue with a dark rim. Very refined aromas of blackberries, cherries, and plums complemented by Serrano ham, vanilla, and cocoa. The palate is firm on the tongue with many powerful flavors of blackberries and cherries, along with spices and vanilla. Later, a hint of spice and some hints of leather and tobacco emerge.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775914086479,"sku":"11317","price":16.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/montes-alpha-syrah_11317.webp?v=1770195050"},{"product_id":"montes-alpha-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"Pure elegance—that's what we tasted in this top-notch wine from Montes de Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon! A true masterpiece where power and finesse are paramount. This isn't surprising, as Montes boasts a wealth of experience. It was back in 1987 that Aurelio Montes and three partners founded the winery in Chile's most beautiful setting. They started small with a few vineyards, but these have since been replaced by a whopping 600 hectares of vineyards. Despite this rapid growth, the quality of the wines has never been compromised, and they still produce wines according to Aurelio's principles. His son, Aurelio Jr., has now taken over the reins, guaranteeing Montes' future. In recent years, the winery has invested heavily in new techniques and a completely renovated winery, built according to Feng Shui principles.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The harvest for the Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nFor these top-quality wines, the Cabernet Sauvignon is grown in the Colchagua Valley, specifically in the Apalta and Marchigüe vineyards. These very old vineyards benefit from a diverse soil structure, which is reflected in the robust flavor. Abundant clay, organic matter, and gravel define the character, and the Cabernet Sauvignon can develop deep roots. The wind from the river slows down the rapid ripening process and provides the harvest with the necessary cooling. This allows the bunches to ripen slowly and evenly, contributing to the quality of the harvest. All bunches are harvested by hand, early in the morning. This prevents damage during transport to Montes.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Wood aging for the Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nAfter pressing, the black juice is aged for a full twelve months in oak, using both new and used barrels to enhance its diversity. Well, leave that to Montes, because this is a truly robust wine! Upon pouring, a deep dark red color clings to the glass. The most beautiful aromas emerge, with notes of red berries, jam, blackcurrant, strawberry, chocolate, black pepper, and a touch of cedar. The palate is very powerful, and the palate is pampered by black fruit and spices. The rich attack later reveals nuances of cedar and sweet herbs. A full and ripe finish concludes, and in our opinion, it's a wine straight out of a storybook.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775907369039,"sku":"11319","price":16.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/montes-alpha-cabernet-sauvignon_11319.webp?v=1770195052"},{"product_id":"montes-alpha-carmenere","title":"Montes Alpha Carmenere","description":"This renowned red wine is, of course, made from the Carmenere grape, the grape associated with Chilean viticulture. It has completely captured our hearts because this truly is a true masterpiece of the Montes family's craftsmanship. In 1987, Aurelio founded the winery with a group of well-known wine enthusiasts. He set out on a small scale to produce the country's finest wines, and he more than succeeded. Through considerable effort and perseverance, he expanded Montes to a whopping 600 hectares of vineyards. But he has never compromised on quality. This has earned him several prestigious international wine awards. Over the years, the trophy cabinet has grown enormous, with the crowning achievement being the title of \"Chile's most influential winemaker.\" And that's not something you achieve overnight! The winery has now been passed on to his son, and its future is assured.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The harvest of the Carmenere grape\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nFor this Montes Alpha Carmenere, the grapes are grown in two very important vineyards in the Colchagua Valley, specifically the Apalta and Marchigüe vineyards. It's a true celebration here, and everything is perfect. The soil structure with many different layers and the perfect climate. The river provides the perfect cooling, allowing the harvest to grow beautifully and evenly. It is therefore harvested entirely by hand, and a very strict selection process is applied during the Carmenere grape harvest. Only the very best grapes are collected and brought to Montes. After pressing, this red wine is aged for a full twelve months in oak barrels. The barrels are stored in Montes's magnificent wine cellar, where this red wine builds its full potential.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Unique full red wine this Montes Alpha Carmenere\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nUpon opening the bottle, we immediately smell a very refined aroma of black fruit with just the right amount of spice. In the glass, it blew a beautiful deep purple-red. All our senses were stimulated by a variety of nuances in the aroma. For this Montes Alpha Carmenere, we noted notes of black fruit, white pepper, dark chocolate, plums, and blackberries. The palate was intense and beautifully full on the palate, with plenty of rich black fruit and a light spiciness.","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775912742991,"sku":"11320","price":16.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/montes-alpha-carmenere_11320.webp?v=1770195463"},{"product_id":"montes-wings","title":"Montes Wings","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"37\"\u003e Montes Wings 2021, Finca de Apalta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eWings 2021 is Carmenère with wings: intense, silky, and layered, made on the steep slopes of Finca de Apalta. Here, the bunches ripen in the cool afternoon breeze on granite and clay, resulting in a wine that feels both ripe and fresh, with length and rich nuance. Wondering why this Carmenère smells so pure? In Apalta, the leaves around the bunches are pruned back in early January so the fruit can fully enjoy the sun, tempering the green pyrazine notes and bringing out the dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"582\"\u003e Vineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eThe Wings vineyards are situated 200 meters above the valley floor, on steep southwest-facing slopes in Colchagua. The soils are granite-rich with a significant clay content and excellent drainage. Apalta is a patchwork of alluvial and river deposits, with deeper soils on the plains and a thinner profile higher up. The plantings are double Guyot at 5,555 vines per hectare and are deliberately kept low in yield, around 3.5 to 4.0 tons per hectare. The 2021 growing season was cool during the harvest period, resulting in balanced alcohol and lively acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eHarvesting is done by hand in 10-kilo crates, followed by double hand selection of bunches and berries. A cold maceration of 5 to 7 days at 10°C (50°F) imparts color and aroma without harsh tannins. Fermentation with selected yeasts lasts 12 to 15 days at a temperature of 26 to 29°C (78 to 84°F), with gentle extraction and tasting sessions to precisely time the post-fermentation maceration. 80 percent of the wine is then aged for 18 months in new French oak, with the remainder in second-year barrels for added complexity without overpowering the fruit. Decant at least one hour before serving for maximum aromatic openness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e Grape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003e Carmenère 85 percent, Cabernet Franc 15 percent. Carmenère delivers blackberry, plum, and peppery spice notes with round, velvety tannins, while Cabernet Franc adds tension, floral lift, and a fine grip. Together, this results in a deep, juicy style with a clear backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e Tasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003eDeep crimson. The aroma reveals red fruit, plum, and blackberry, with black pepper, a hint of blackcurrant liqueur, and toasted nuts. The palate is full and juicy, with silky tannins, a firm yet elegant structure, and a long, balanced finish. Serve at 17 to 19 degrees Celsius with red meat, lamb chops with rosemary, slow-cooked spare ribs, or cannelloni. Drink now or store in a cool, dark place for up to 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DGS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43665716346959,"sku":"35242","price":42.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/MontesWings.webp?v=1759934354"},{"product_id":"clos-apalta","title":"Clos Apalta","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"312\"\u003eClos Apalta 2021\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"592\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eClos Apalta 2021\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is one of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/land-chileense-wijnen?filter.v.price.gte=\u0026amp;filter.v.price.lte=\u0026amp;sort_by=price-descending\" title=\"Chilean top wines\"\u003eChile\u003c\/a\u003e 's most prestigious wines and is considered a benchmark among the top international wines. The 2021 vintage demonstrates how power, precision, and elegance combine to create a wine with exceptional depth and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"620\"\u003e Origin and vineyard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eClos Apalta 2021 comes from steep, amphitheater-like vineyards in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/regio-colchagua-valley\" title=\"Wine from Colchagua Valley\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eColchagua Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e . The plots are situated on slopes with granite-rich soils, where low yields and hand-harvesting ensure maximum concentration and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003e The combination of warm days and cool nights in Colchagua contributes to ripe tannins and retention of freshness, essential for balance in this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e Volume 2021\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e The 2021 growing season was characterized by controlled ripening and optimal harvest times. This resulted in grapes with intense aromatic expression and a refined structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eWhat characterizes Clos Apalta 2021 as a vintage?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003ePrecision, layering and a striking balance between power and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e Grape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003e Clos Apalta 2021 is a blend in which \u003cstrong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eCarmenère\u003c\/strong\u003e plays a central role, supplemented with classic Bordeaux grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e The wine is composed of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e 75% Carmenère\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e 18% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e 7% Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003e This composition underlines the character of the estate and the unique position of Carmenère in Chile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e The grapes for Clos Apalta 2021 were hand-harvested and rigorously selected. Vinification took place with minimal intervention, largely via gravity to preserve the structure as much as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003e The wine was aged in oak barrels, carefully chosen to add complexity without masking the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/blogs\/wijn-weetjes\/terroir-in-wijn-invloed-van-bodem-klimaat-expositie\" title=\"explanation about terroir\"\u003eterroir\u003c\/a\u003e . The aging supports the wine in length and depth, with a clear focus on balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eStyle and character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e Clos Apalta 2021 distinguishes itself by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e deep concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e layered structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e velvety soft but present tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e long, balanced aftertaste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2435\"\u003e This wine develops over many years and gains complexity with bottle aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003e Maturation potential\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003e Clos Apalta 2021 was crafted with a view to long aging. Under good storage conditions, this wine can develop over several decades, further increasing its structure and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003e Who is Clos Apalta 2021 for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003e This wine is especially suitable for enthusiasts who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003e Looking for top international wines? This wine scored 100 points from James Suckling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003e value storage potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003e interested in iconic South American wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003e Clos Apalta 2021 demands time and attention and rewards patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2954\" data-end=\"2995\"\u003e Clos Apalta 2021 at Perfectewijn.nl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3176\"\u003e At Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Clos Apalta 2021 for those who want to experience Chilean wine at the highest level. This vintage demonstrates why Clos Apalta is among the absolute world leaders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ad Bibendum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44324510335055,"sku":"AB-020575","price":147.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/ClosApalta_1.webp?v=1767874223"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/appellatie-apalta.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}