Thursday, January 24, 2013

Tasting - Montes Alpha Syrah

Name: Montes Alpha Syrah
Variety: 90% Syrah, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Voignier
Region: Apalta
Country: Chile
Year: 2009
Price: $7.95

Vintage Cellar Review: Blackberry and cola aromas are cool and collected. The palate has weight and texture to accompany berry, mint, herb and peppery flavors. Turns more herbal and roasted as it unwinds. Pepper and spice lead the finish.

My Review: Fairly tannic tasting and bitter. I caught hints of oak and the smell of bark. Very earthy and natural tasting, but not quite for me. I think I will stick to sweeter, more fruity wines than this.

I tasted this wine without food.

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