Vina San Pedro Tayu 1865 Malleco Valley Pinot Noir 2020
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Intense ruby ??red. Fresh notes of red fruits, such as cherries, along with spicy notes and wild Chilean herbs, such as paico, boldo and mint. A very fresh wine with a dense structure, reflecting the influence of a granite soil. It enjoys a vibrant acidity, which persists in its long finish.
Ideal for pairing a tasty mushroom risotto, dishes with truffles or soft blue cheeses, such as gorgonzola dolce, brie and goat cheese.
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James Suckling
Savory cranberries and red cherries, wild herbs and boysenberries. A structured pinot with juicy sour fruit on the palate and a herbaceous note at the end. Herbal, transparent and tight. Sustainable. Give it a year to settle and evolve. Drink in 2024.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
A new impressive Pinot Noir from the south, the 2020 Tayu 1865 was produced in conjunction with the local Mapuche inhabitants. It's a light and fresh varietal example with only 12.5% alcohol, even in a warmer and drier year, produced with a very soft extraction and delicate élevage in untoasted foudres. It's bright and clean, fresh and very expressive.
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Vina San Pedro was founded in 1865 in the Curico Valley by the Correa brothers. Today, more than 150 years later, it's still San Pedro's home valley. The brothers were pioneers in bringing different varieties from the Old Continent to the Valley.
San Pedro is now one of the most important vineyards in Chile and one of the top exporters, present in more than 80 countries around the world.
Also, San Pedro's Cachapoal Andes winery, home to the finest wines, is a place to discover the highest expression of Chileís diverse terroirs. Here, wines likes Altair, Cabo de Hornos and Sideral are made.
The Cachapoal Andes winery is located 110 km south of the city of Santiago, with vineyards at the foot of the Andes. Planted 500 meters above sea level, the vines are exposed to wide temperature variations between day and night, a peculiarity that allows the fruit to mature slowly, resulting in grapes with improved acidity, tannins, flavors, and aromatic profiles.
The expansion of viable Chilean wine regions in recent decades has revealed several suitable appellations (In Chile the term is denominacion de origen, or DO) for Pinot Noir. This finicky grape requires a cool climate along with good air flow to minimize disease pressure; Chile’s unique geography delivers both in a number of spots. Here’s a quick look at the most notable DO’s, moving from north to south.
In the Coquimbo region, both the Elqui and Limarí Valleys enjoy lots of sunlight throughout the year, which promotes consistent ripening. Of equal importance, their proximity to the Pacific Ocean and the Humboldt Current that flows just offshore provides the necessary cooling influence that yields good balancing acidity.
Due west of the country’s capital, Santiago, are the Casablanca and San Antonio Valleys. The former runs east-west and therefore sees cool, foggy conditions many mornings. The latter runs north-south but is close enough to the ocean to benefit from cool breezes. Very promising Chilean Pinot Noirs can be found from both DO’s.
Chile’s southern region includes two more Pinot-friendly appellations, Bio-Bio and Malleco. These and the other DO’s mentioned above have seen a growing number of producers delivering crisp, fresh versions. Pinot Noir from Chile typically offers the varietal’s trademark elegance and fine drinkability, complete with ripe red fruit, earthy tones and food-friendly acidity. Try Chilean Pinot Noir wines from producers like Viña Leyda, Santa Carolina, Casas del Bosque and Hacienda Araucano.