Cherub Rosé 2021
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Chile / Colchagua Valley
The grapes for this wine grow in vineyards at the El Arcángel estate at Marchigüe, in the Colchagua Valley. The soils are granitic, with profiles that show a mixture of materials deposited by both glacial and colluvial activity, as well as varying amounts of clay and organic matter. The Syrah and the Grenache that go into this rosé are trained to vertical shoot position, with a density of 5,555 plants per 2 acres, producing average yields of up to 8,029 lbs/acre. The plants are managed to maintain optimal foliage, which helps obtain fruit with an excellent ratio of sugar to acidity.
Harvest Note
The 2021 harvest was overall a fresh and healthy year. The winter brought decent amounts of rainfall which helped bring water supply after the region experienced a very dry year. The grapes matured slowly creating higher quality, higher acidity and good concentration wines.
Tasting Note
Notes of raspberries and tart cherries with hints of pineapple and apricot. The palate is balanced and crisp with natural acidity and a medium finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 85% Syrah, 15% Grenache
APPELLATION: Colchagua Valley
PH: 3.14
ACIDITY: 3.72 g/l
ABV: 13%
Unique Selling Points
- A rose made from Syrah, perfected after several years of experimentation
- The variety Aurelio Montes made famous in Chile with the first ultra-premium Syrah
- Founded in 1987 - first Chilean winery to produce premium and ultra-premium wines
The story of Montes is a testament to what unique vision, grit, determination, and perseverance can achieve.
Aurelio Montes Sr, Chief Winemaker
About the Grape
Syrah
Syrah has seductively dense, rich, chewy black berry aromas and flavors, with notes of tar, wood smoke, bacon, leather, chocolate, and sometimes violets. The tannins are firm yet elegant.
