Wine Reviews

The nose features meaty, savory aromas and ripe dark fruits, beautifully framed by high-quality new oak. On the palate, it is voluptuous and powerful, seamlessly leading to a saturated, staining finish with velvety, intense tannins.

The bouquet includes black fruit, star anise and cinnamon. Flavors of blackberry and strawberry are released on the smooth palate of this Syrah. After spending a few months in oak barrels, it has a good tannic structure and a supporting acidity. Cardamom and nutmeg spice up the long finish.

The 2022 Montes Folly is 100% Syrah from Apalta in Colchagua. This aged for up to 18 months, 70% in new oak. It delivers dark fruit aromas with ash, spice, blackberry, blueberry, prune and oak. Less concentrated than in the past, this version feels more athletic, with elevated body but a slightly lean palate. Fine-grained tannins lend grip, drawing a focused line through the finish.

The 2021 Syrah Folly is sourced from the steepest slopes of the Apalta Vineyard in the Colchagua Valley. Aged for up to 18 months in French oak barrels, 70% of which are new, this purple-hued wine delivers aromas of blackberry, black pepper, cedar and a subtle charcuterie note. Plush and indulgent, the juicy and well-balanced palate lingers with a lasting fruit tone. This is a concentrated Syrah with a bold and nuanced mouthfeel, thanks to the cold 2021 vintage

This Folly is floral despite the ultra-ripe fruit, with slightly less fruit sweetness than the 2021. Still very Folly in style, with a full body, voluptuousness and a pleasing finish. Tons of blackberries, dark chocolate, purple flowers, cherry liqueur and new leather.