SELECCIÓN

    SELECCIÓN

Aging: 13 months in French oak barrels.
Cellaring potential: 8 years.
Grape variety: 60% Malbec. 30% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Alcohol: 13.9%

Vintage: 2022
Vineyard: Valle de Guadalupe and Valle de Ojos Negros.


Tasting Notes:
Visual: The Monte Xanic ‘Selección’ is a red blend that brilliantly encapsulates the best of both valleys and three of our signature grapes at the winery. It presents a deep color with purple hues.


Nose: On the nose, it is intense and complex, unfolding notes of red fruits like strawberry and raspberry, blue fruits including blueberry, blackberry and dark cherry. Infusions of vanilla, pepper, mint and delicate aromatic herbs add to its complex and high quality profile.


Palate: This dry wine boasts well-rounded tannins, elegant alcohol and an excellent fresh of acidity. The palate mirrors the nose, with a prominence of dark fruits such as plum, leading to a lingering finish. A versatile and elegant wine, it is sure to delight both connoisseurs and enthusiasts of Mexican wines.

 

Pairing: Ideal with grilled and charcoal-cooked cuts, picanha, chorizo, barbecues, pork belly, aged cheeses and rich Mexican moles.

Label:
Monte Xanic ‘Selección’, a red-blend that captures the essence of both valleys and our three principal grape varieties. It resonates with high intensity & complexity, revealing layers of red fruits like strawberry & raspberry, blue fruits such as blueberry, blackberry and bing cherry, intermingled with spice like vanilla, black pepper, mint and delicate aromatic herbs. The aromas are complex and of superb quality. This dry wine features well-rounded tannins, elegant alcohol and a perfectly fresh acidity. The palate echoes the nose, with dominant dark fruit flavors, especially plum. This versatile and elegant wine surprises and delights both wine connoisseurs and wine enthusiasts alike.

 

Pairing: Pairs exquisitely with grilled and charcoal meats, picanha, chorizo, barbecues, pork belly, aged cheeses, moles and more.

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