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2006 Montes Alpha Chardonnay Casablanca Valley
“A ripe, showy style, with pear, fig and melon notes backed by alluring toast. Lively acidity keeps this honest through the lengthy, butter-tinged finish. Rated 90 Wine Spectator

2007 Montes Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc Leyda Valley
“The 2007 Sauvignon Blanc Leyda Vineyard, a more serious effort, is an unoaked cuvee with an expressive bouquet of spring flowers, citrus, and fresh herbs. Light- to medium-bodied, it exhibits lively white fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and excellent balance. This exceptional value has a pure, fruit-filled finish.”
Rated 90 The Wine Advocate

2007 Montes Alpha Pinot Noir Leyda Valley
“Lovely, medium ruby hue. Bouquet brims with bright cherry and red fruit with a strawberry nuance. Notable structure framed by crisp acidity balanced by cherry sweetness and subtle oak. Big without sacrificing any finesse. An excellent food wine that is at once elegant and powerful. A real beauty and an amazing steal.” Rated 94 The Wine News

2008 Root 1 Carmenere Colchagua Valley Carmenere is a deep red color with gentle tannins and rich flavors of plum, blackberry and spice. Root 1Carmenere pairs well with pasta, vegetable soup, spicy entrees and grilled meats. Its unique character pairs perfectly with ingredients that are difficult to match such as garlic, bell peppers, fresh herbs and eggplant. root1wine.com

2007 Casa Lapostolle Cabernet Sauvignon Rapel Valley
Color: Clean ruby red with purple shadows. Nose: Expressive aromas with ripe red fruits like plums, dry figs and notes of black spices. Mouth: The palate is elegant, supported by a soft structure with fine and delicate tannins. Nice persistence. Servrvice and Food Pairing: Open and leave to breathe minimum for an hour and serve at 16-18°C. Ideal companion of all red meat, winter soups and of course Barbecue! casalapostolle.com