Montes Merlot Classic Series 2015

Aromas of ripe black and red fruits, blackberries and plums on the nose intermingled with delicious notes of pastry and milk chocolate. A touch of spice harmonizes perfectly with light toasted notes from the French oak. Very well balanced with fresh acidity, medium body, well-rounded tannins, and a touch of fresh tobacco that lingers long on the finish.

The grapes were cold soaked at 10°C for five days to extract aroma and colour. After that, the grapes were fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks for 12 days and then kept on their skins to give structure and colour. After malolactic fermentation, 45% of the final blend was aged in first-use French oak barrels for eight months to add complexity and roundness to the wine.