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Reserva Red Wine
Montes Reserva Merlot
Montes Reserva4.7(40 reviews)
Montes Reserva Merlot is a premium Chilean red wine from the renowned Colchagua Valley. Aged for 12 months in French oak, it offers a velvety texture with rich flavors of ripe plum, black cherry, and subtle hints of chocolate and vanilla. This wine embodies the Montes family's commitment to quality and elegance, making it a perfect choice for both casual enjoyment and special occasions.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹1,600/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹64
per 30ml
ABV
14.5%
Region
Chile
Category
Red Wine
Type
Premium
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
Craftsmanship & Heritage
Montes Reserva Merlot stands as a benchmark within the Red Wine landscape. Produced by the legendary Montes Reserva, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the kolkata market.
With an ABV of 14.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Ripe plum, Black cherry, Chocolate, Vanilla, Velvety tannins.
Flavor Intensity
sweet20%
smokey10%
spicy15%
fruity70%
body60%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Grilled steak🧀
Pasta with marinara sauce🍫
Aged cheddar cheese“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is the alcohol content of Montes Reserva Merlot?
Montes Reserva Merlot has an alcohol content of 14.5% ABV.
QWhere is Montes Reserva Merlot produced?
It is produced in the Colchagua Valley, Chile, by the Montes family.
QHow long is Montes Reserva Merlot aged?
It is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.
QWhat food pairs well with Montes Reserva Merlot?
It pairs excellently with grilled meats, pasta with tomato-based sauces, and aged cheeses.
QIs Montes Reserva Merlot suitable for aging?
Yes, it can be cellared for 5-8 years to develop more complex flavors.
Customer Reviews
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Verified Ratings
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
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1 Star
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100% Verified Customer InsightsAll ratings originate from registered purchases within India and local excise beverages corporation outlets.
Latest Customer Feedbacks (3)
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Subhashis Sen
VerifiedSalt Lake, Kolkata • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Salt Lake and picked up Montes Reserva Merlot. At ₹1,600 in Kolkata, this represents incredible value. The notes of Ripe plum and Black cherry pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kosha. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
VerifiedPark Street, Kolkata • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Wine by Montes Reserva. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Ripe plum and Chocolate. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Park Street was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Kabiraji!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
VerifiedBallygunge, Kolkata • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Montes Reserva's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Black cherry. At the Kolkata price of ₹1,600, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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