Pinot Noir Las Pizarras, Viña Errazuriz 2023

The 2023 Las Pizarras Pinot Noir opens with a high-toned, expressive nose of cherry blossoms, dried flowers and cured meats with a touch of smoky reduction. The palate is a pleasing combination of broad, silky and refreshing, lined with lively acidity that carries through the tensile, saline and delineated finish. The precision and focus on display across the board make for a benchmark expression of Chilean Pinot Noir. It fermented with a dollop of whole clusters and was aged in 25% 400-liter barrels, 55% of which were new.

“This shows good depth and refinement, with racy aromas of ripe strawberries, cranberries and touches of rose hips, minerals and dried flowers. Fruity on the palate, but soon the chalky tannins take over, delivering a wine that’s both generously fruited and chalky in terms of tannins and texture. Long and juicy finish. Picked between February 20 and March 10, according to winemaker Tomas Munoz. Just 5% whole clusters this year. Drink now or hold.”