If ever there was a wine that proves you don’t need to shout to be bold, this is it.
Meet Artizan: Smooth Red, the latest release in our expanding portfolio — and one we’re particularly excited to share. Crafted in the heart of Chile’s Central Valley by the talented team at MontGras, Artizan is a wine that truly overdelivers on both quality and style.
It’s smooth, rich and full of flavour — and wrapped in a stylish design.
An Answer to What Customers Want
Artizan was developed in direct response to feedback from our customers. More and more, their clients were asking for a modern, fruit-forward red — something smooth, easy to drink, but still memorable and stylish.
A wine that could shine on a wine list, appeal to a broad range of drinkers, and work just as well with food as it does on its own.
Artizan: Smooth Red ticks all those boxes — and does it with real finesse.
From the Heart of Chile’s Central Valley
Artizan’s story begins in the vineyards of MontGras, nestled in Chile’s renowned Central Valley — a region celebrated for its perfect winegrowing conditions.
Here, a classic Mediterranean climate with clearly defined seasons and dramatic temperature swings between warm days and cool nights allows grapes to ripen slowly, developing rich flavours while retaining freshness.
The soils are deep and alluvial, layered with gravel that promotes excellent drainage and root development — ideal for crafting wines with depth, vibrancy, and balance.
Grapes for Artizan are carefully selected and harvested between early and late April, ensuring peak ripeness and optimum fruit character.
Vinification – Crafted with Purpose
In the cellar, the craftsmanship continues.
Grapes are destemmed and fermented with selected yeasts in stainless steel tanks, maintaining purity and fruit expression. Fermentation is carefully controlled, with temperatures capped at 28°C, allowing for gentle extraction of colour, tannins, and flavour.
To add complexity and smoothness, the wine is aged in contact with medium-toast American oak, layering in subtle notes of vanilla without overpowering the vibrant fruit core.
Why Artizan?
Because great wine is more than just grapes and barrels. It’s about the details. The finish. The experience.
Artizan is our “designer wine” — crafted for a new generation of drinkers who appreciate bold character, easy-drinking appeal, and standout presentation.
It’s perfect for restaurant lists, bars, or retail shelves looking for a versatile, stylish red that appeals to a broad audience — whether by the glass, by the bottle, or by impulse.
Tasting Note
Deep ruby red in colour, with aromas of cassis, black plums, and juicy red fruits. On the palate, it offers volume and a juicy texture, with fruity flavours balanced by soft tannins and subtle oak and vanilla notes.
It pairs beautifully with grilled red meats, mushroom risotto, or spicy meat stews.
Ready to Add It to Your List?
If you’re looking for a smooth, modern red that’s full of character yet wonderfully approachable, Artizan: Smooth Red is it.
Get in touch with our team to request a sample or add it to your next order.
