These ‘Specialties’ wines reflect Viña Errazuriz’s exploration of the Aconcagua Valley for the best and purest expression of each variety, through wines that show their true sense of origin. Two geographical landmarks make up this line: Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in the western hemisphere, and the Pacific Ocean, with the coldest waters in the world. Aconcagua Alto, from the highest area of the Aconcagua Valley, and Aconcagua Costa, just 12 kms from the Pacific Ocean.
The grapes for our Aconcagua Costa Pinot Noir are obtained from the Aconcagua Costa Vineyard, 12 kilometres from the Pacific Ocean. It was planted by Viña Errázuriz in 2005 and 2009 on soils composed of metamorphic rock of volcanic origin of slate type, adding mineral notes to the wine.
The grapes were hand-picked, inspected on a double selection table, then deposited in stainless steel tanks, including 15% whole-cluster. The must was cold macerated for 3 to 5 days prior to alcoholic fermentation with all-native yeasts. In all, maceration lasted from 12 to 20 days. Finally, the 85% of the wine was aged for 11 months in used French oak barrels, 15% of them new.
Aconcagua Costa Pinot Noir has a limpid ruby red colour with beautiful violet flashes. It is very complex on the nose, showing red fruits such as cherries, red currants and truffles, accompanied by floral notes that remind of rosehip and dill. The palate is dominated by fresh fruits and a gentle tasted note reminiscent of chocolate and coffee.
