Monte Azul Raíces de Cordillera Syrah 2021
Full-bodied red wine · Monte Azul
Vintage: 2021
Type
Full-bodied red wine
Producer
Monte Azul
Country
Chile
Vintage
2021
Region & Appellation
Valle Central D.O., Chile
Grape Varieties
100% Syrah
Color & Appearance
Deep ruby red with a dark violet core and moderate viscosity, displaying slow-moving legs on the glass.
Aroma Profile
Intense aromas of ripe dark blackberries, black plums, cracked black pepper, and subtle hints of violet flowers, complemented by light secondary notes of sweet vanilla and mocha.
Tasting Notes
A rich and welcoming initial palate that expands into a textured core of dark fruit and savory spices, leading to a medium-long, warming finish supported by supple tannins.
Flavor Profile
Dominated by blackberry, black cherry, and blueberry fruit, interwoven with savory notes of black olive, roasted meat, cracked pepper, and a touch of sweet oak spice.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a velvety, rounded mouthfeel and smooth, approachable texture that coats the palate without heaviness.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium to medium-plus acidity providing refreshing balance, paired with ripe, fine-grained tannins that offer gentle grip and structure.
Sweetness Level
Dry with negligible residual sugar.
Alcohol Content
13.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Short-term aging in oak barrels to impart gentle vanilla and spice complexity while preserving vibrant fresh fruit character.
Food Pairings
Ideal for a spring evening barbecue featuring grilled lamb chops, seasoned skirt steak, or roasted portobello mushrooms with herbs.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in a standard Bordeaux or universal red wine glass. Decanting for 30 minutes will help open up the aromatics.
Price Range
R$ 60 - R$ 90 (approx. $12 - $18 USD)
Quality Assessment
87-89 points, representing a solid, highly approachable everyday premium New World red offering great value.
Production Methods
Fermented in stainless steel tanks with temperature control to preserve primary fruit flavors, followed by brief oak maturation and minimal fining.
Terroir
Valle Central features a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and significant diurnal temperature variations due to proximity to the Andes, promoting deep color and flavor concentration.
History & Heritage
Crafted as part of the Raíces de Cordillera line, highlighting the influence of the Andes mountains on Chile's diverse central valley viticulture.
Interesting Facts
The label art abstractly depicts the majestic mountain ridges of the Andes that shape the unique climate and terroir of Chile's central wine regions.
Cellaring Potential
Best enjoyed within 2 to 4 years of the vintage while primary fruit flavors are fresh and vibrant.
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