Montes Alpha M 2017 Color:Red The pale straw-colored Chardonnay opens

The pale straw-colored Chardonnay opens with an inviting mild pineapple and oak bouquet with a hint of lemon

Let it rest 3-5 years and it should be more approachable by then

The 2017 is not terribly complex

Lots of violet

Montes Alpha M 2017 Color:Red The pale straw-colored Chardonnay opensThe 2017 vintage has a beautiful, deep, ruby red color. On the nose the notes are of ripe red fruit, such as cherry, strawberry, and plum. With 18 months in French oak barrels, the wine shows good complexity, with notes of tobacco, sweet spice, and very well balanced toast in the background. On the palate the aroma profile reappears, with the wine showing balance and an enveloping character, medium body and a long finish, full of creamy sensations and