2023 Las Pizarras Chardonnay
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The 2023 Las Pizarras Chardonnay represents another benchmark iteration of this bottling. It fermented and aged in 300- and 400-liter barrels, with 12% being new, and it underwent partial malolactic conversion. It opens with a crystal-clear nose of stone fruits, white flowers and citrus zest, enlivened by an oceanic freshness. On the palate, it perfectly balances vibrant energy and textural breadth, culminating in a snappy, energetic and focused finish with impressive length—a definitive example of contemporary Chilean Chardonnay.
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Joaquin Hidalgo, Vinous
Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux
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Brilliant straw yellow. Orange and lemon blossoms, fresh citrus peel. Savoury minerality, with the flinty edge offset by a hint of creaminess; medium length. Grown on the slopes of three plots, covering 4.8 hectares, characterised by slate, clay and loam, and the way the substratum weathers along deep vertical fissures, allowing for deep root systems. 12% new French oak.
The 2023 Chardonnay Las Pizarras was fermented entirely in barrel, 12% new, with extended lees-contact and 35% total malolactic fermentation. The 2023 retains the purity that established this cuvée's stature among Chilean coastal Chardonnays but also moderates the austere style to a certain extent. Pure aromas of herbs and green apple emerge, along with orange blossom, hints of papaya and fennel, and a touch of anise. Ginger and beeswax develop with aeration. Moderately rich in the glass, the wine's bright lime flavors contrast with a creamy note on the palate. The profile is notably reductive, with nuances of slate adding tension and a talc-like texture. Delicious.
About the producer
Since Eduardo Chadwick took over Viña Errázuriz in 1983, the estate has forged a path for fine, Chilean wine. From its home in the Aconcagua Valley, this estate crafts some of the country’s top wines, including the flagship Don Maximiano Founder’s Reserve and the Las Pizarras wines.