PURPLE ANGEL
2018
Among the Top 100 Wines of the World and the Best Carmenere in Chile, according to JamesSuckling.com
We are very proud to share this great piece of news. Once again, Vina Montes is recognized for one of its unequalled icons, Purple Angel. James Suckling has placed the 2018 vintage of this tremendous wine in the No. 2 spot in the list of the Best Chilean Wines-out of a total 1,088 wines tasted-and at No. 84 in the Top 100 Wines of the World, for 2021. Purple Angel received 98 points for a third, consecutive year.
James Suckling is a famed critic in the world of wine whose reviews are read and respected by many in the industry. He is one of the most followed wine influencers on lnstagram, as well as the Chairman and Editor of JamesSuckling.com, where he publishes wine content, including tasting notes, videos, articles, and all things related to wine.
Currently, James Suckling receives more than 600,000 visits annually to his website, and has more than 5 million followers on his many social media accounts. This year they rated more than 25,000 wines, with the prime criteria for the Top 100 list of 2021 being quality.
Since the first vintage in 2003, Purple Angel has delighted wine lovers with its unrivalled quality. Suckling's tasting note says it all: 'Blackberry, blueberry, sage and five spice on the nose. Medium-to full-bodied with fine tannins. Balanced and creamy with a fresh, juicy character palate. Silky texture with great structure. Savory finish with length. Peppery and spicy aftertaste. A blend of 92% Carmenere and 8% Petit Verdot. Try in 2023'.