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Anthony Gismondi on Wine
Montes Merlot Reserve Special Cuvéetext
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15¾/20

Montes Merlot Reserve Special Cuvée 2002

Valle del Colchagua, Valle del Rapel, Region del Valle Central, ChileEarthy, tobacco, minty, mocha black cherry aromas with smoky streaks. Round, dry, and elegant with somewhat grainy tannins. Very spicy, peppery, minty, leafy cassis flavours and chocolatey, smoky finish. A bit dry and astringent on the finish but has some complexity. Needs a year or two to come around.Tasted: 18 October 2003Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:
BC$17.95750mlSpecial Order - Whitehall Agencies
Producer: Viña MontesDistributors: Icon Vins Fins
Grape: MerlotUPC: 715126200035