Errazuriz Aconcagua Costa Chardonnay 2023 75cl
Errazuriz Aconcagua Costa Chardonnay 2023 75cl
Description
Description
Viña Errázuriz Aconcagua Costa Chardonnay is a remarkably crisp, elegant, and mineral-driven white wine produced in the cool coastal reaches of the Aconcagua Valley in Chile. Founded in 1870 by Don Maximiano Errázuriz, the estate is celebrated globally for pioneering world-class hillside and cool-climate viticulture in Chile. Sourced from estate vineyards situated just twelve kilometres from the Pacific Ocean, this coastal Chardonnay captures the invigorating sea breezes and ancient soils of its origin, offering a brilliant harmony of vibrant citrus purity and sophisticated textural complexity.
Why You'll Love It
This wine stands out for its electrifying freshness, refined structure, and multi-layered aromatic profile. Grown in ancient soils rich in schist, granite, and clay where cool maritime fog tempers the warm South American sunshine, the grapes achieve slow, perfect ripening while retaining bracing natural acidity. Fermented and aged with meticulous care in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless steel vessels, it delivers an exquisite expression of white peach, crisp green apple, zesty lemon curd, and subtle toasted hazelnut notes.
Vineyard & Production
The grapes are hand-harvested in the cool early morning hours from select parcels in the Aconcagua Costa appellation. Upon arrival at the modern gravity-fed winery, the whole bunches are gently pressed to extract pure, aromatic juice. Fermentation takes place predominantly in French oak barrels (a portion of which are new) alongside a selection in stainless steel vats to preserve pristine fruit character. The wine matures on its fine lees with regular bâtonnage for several months to build luxurious mid-palate weight and creamy texture before bottling.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, it displays a brilliant, pale straw-yellow colour with shimmering green highlights. The nose is fresh, complex, and highly expressive, opening with aromas of ripe white peach, green pear, and lemon zest, interwoven with delicate notes of wet stone minerality, roasted hazelnuts, and a touch of white blossom. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, creamy, and vibrant, offering succulent orchard fruit flavours supported by a razor-sharp beam of natural acidity that extends into a long, clean, and refreshing finish.
Perfect Pairings
With its vibrant acidity, creamy texture, and distinct mineral edge, this Chilean Chardonnay is a magnificent partner for fine dining. It pairs magnificently with pan-seared sea bass, lobster with drawn butter, roasted chicken supreme, and creamy mushroom risotto. It is also an extraordinary match for fresh oysters on the half shell, smoked salmon canapés, and mature semi-hard cheeses like Gruyère or Comté.
Grape Varieties
100% Chardonnay
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