The 2018 Montes Alpha M from Apalta reflects the beginning of a stylistic shift—no more bleeding, 70% new oak and long, low toasts. The result is expressive, with cassis, currant and strawberry notes. Fruity, intense and...

A field blend of Carménère and Malbec in Cachapoal, "we harvest when the Malbec is ready,” says Marcelo Retamal. Bright purple in the glass, the nose has plums and spices with a hint of fine, provocative violets. Austere...