Cono Sur Organic Pinot Noir 2021
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This bright and lively Pinot Noir made from organically grown grapes, has good aromatic intensity with notes of red fruits such as cherry and raspberry with well-incorporated hints of wood. On palate it has a medium and round concentration, well-balanced, juicy and persistent.
Pairs well with fish, poultry, duck and game and mature cheeses.
Blend: 100% Pinot Noir
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James Suckling
Bright and attractive nose, showing rich strawberries, white pepper and some fresh herbs. This is a medium-bodied pinot with elegant flavors and a chalky tannin structure. From organically grown grapes with Ecocert certification. Vegan.
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cherry dipped in cinnamon define this lively, high-toned red aged in French oak and stainless steel. Joined by bright cranberry, sage and oaky notes work well with red-tea tannins. Good acidity keeps it tasting fresh.
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The nose of this fruit-forward Pinot opens with notes of toasted oak, grass and berries. On the palate, subtle flavors of barreldriven spices and berries are backed by medium acidity.
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Cono Sur Vineyards & Winery was founded in 1993, with the vision of producing premium, expressive and innovative wines that convey the spirit of the New World.
Firmly grounded in the spirit of New World winemaking, our name refers to the company’s geographic position, representing wines proudly made in South America’s Southern Cone, on whose western edge lies Chile and its gifted wine valleys. The logo also evokes a freehand drawing of the silhouette of South America.
Right from the start, Cono Sur applied new ideas and technology to traditional winemaking methods. The main goal, therefore, is to create expressive and innovative wines, applying sustainable practices with a special care of the environment making each sip is a masterpiece.
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.