Montes

Montes is een van de meest invloedrijke en vooruitstrevende wijnproducenten van Chili. Sinds de oprichting in 1987 werken zij vanuit één duidelijke missie: laten zien dat Chili wijnen van absolute wereldklasse kan maken. Wat begon als de visie van vier pioniers, groeide uit tot een internationaal toonaangevend wijnhuis, bekend om innovatie, respect voor de natuur en constante kwaliteit.
Met vijf wijngaarden in Curicó en Colchagua Valley (circa 600 hectare) profiteert Montes van een unieke combinatie van zon, hoogte en bodemdiversiteit. Als pionier in steile aanplant en gravitationele wijnbouw creëren zij een perfecte balans tussen natuur en vakmanschap en dat proef je terug in elke wijn.
Read more about the different labels
Montes Alpha
Montes Alpha is Montes’ classic premium line. The wines are elegant and balanced, featuring ripe fruit, refined tannins, and a clear expression of their Chilean origins. The result is a consistent, recognizable style that is appreciated worldwide.
Montes Alpha Special Cuvée
Special Cuvée takes the classic Montes Alpha style to the next level thanks to stricter grape selection and refined oak aging. The wines exhibit greater depth, structure, and complexity, with layers of ripe fruit, spices, and subtle oak. As a result, they offer a more luxurious and intense interpretation of the Montes signature style
Montes Limited Selection
Limited Selection focuses on wines from cool coastal regions such as Aconcagua and Casablanca, where the climate produces lively acidity and aromatic freshness. The style is modern, juicy, and elegant, with a strong emphasis on terroir expression.
Montes Outer Limits
Outer Limits pushes the boundaries of Chilean winemaking—both literally and figuratively—with extreme terroirs such as Zapallar and Itata. Here, wines are crafted with a distinct character: mineral, lively, and full of tension. The influence of wind, ocean mist, and high altitude results in pure, energetic flavors. It is Montes’ most experimental line.
Montes Folly
Montes Folly is one of Chile’s first ultra-premium Syrahs, sourced from the steepest slopes of the Apalta Valley. The wine is impressively powerful, rich, and intensely aromatic, featuring dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture. Thanks to low yields and hand-selection, quality is the top priority.
Montes Purple Angel
Purple Angel is Montes’ iconic Carmenère and is regarded worldwide as one of the finest interpretations of this grape variety. The wine is lush, deep, and concentrated, with notes of black fruit, chocolate, and spices. The combination of Carmenère and a small amount of Petit Verdot gives the wine extra structure and length. Purple Angel embodies luxury, elegance, and Chilean power.
Montes Alpha M
Alpha M is Montes’ flagship wine and is produced only in exceptional vintages. It is a classic Bordeaux blend from the finest plots in Apalta, offering tremendous depth, ripeness, and aging potential. The wine is aged in new French oak, which lends it complexity, structure, and an elegant character.
Wines of Montes
The story of Montes
Innovation & Pioneering Spirit
Montes was one of the first producers in Chile to dare to experiment with steep slopes, new clones, and innovative techniques such as gravity-flow winemaking. Driven by a constant curiosity, they are always taking new steps: from coastal regions to extreme southern vineyards, always driven by ambition and vision. This makes Montes one of Chile’s most innovative wineries, always forward-thinking and groundbreaking.
Respect for nature, people, and the environment
Montes considers respect for nature, people, and the environment to be an intrinsic part of their way of working. For them, sustainability is a daily practice centered on regenerative agriculture. By actively enriching the soil through natural processes, carefully managing water use, and promoting biodiversity in and around the vineyards, they are building an ecosystem that grows stronger with each passing year. This approach not only ensures the quality of their wines but also safeguards the future of the landscape and the communities that depend on it. Their philosophy revolves around balance: the better one cares for the earth, the purer and more expressive the wine becomes in the glass.
Consistent Quality
Montes believes that true quality is never a matter of chance, but rather the result of years of dedication, craftsmanship, and a clear long-term vision. For them, consistency means that every wine, from entry-level to iconic, receives the same care, precision, and attention. Through rigorous selection in the vineyard, thoughtful vinification, and continuous evaluation, they ensure that every bottle remains true to the house’s signature. Montes does not make wines for fleeting impressions, but for lasting memories: wines that retain their character year after year and, with elegance, balance, and finesse, reaffirm the trust of the connoisseur.