91POINTS
16¾/20
Montes Folly Syrah 2003
Apalta Valley, Santa Cruz, Valle del Colchagua, Valle del Rapel, Region del Valle Central, ChileSappy cassis, licorice, smoky, spicy, floral, tobacco, black cherry jam, garrigue, vanilla, chocolate, meaty aromas. Rich, round and warm with good acidity balance and light grainy tannins. Very spicy, peppery, black cherry, chocolate, earthy, tobacco, licorice, orange compote flavours. Good finesse and length but finish is hot. Will improve over the next 3-5 years.Tasted: 16 May 2007Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:US | $65.00 | 750ml | fine wine shops |
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah