Matetic Corralillo Pinot Noir is a premium wine produced by Matetic Vineyards, a renowned winery located in the San Antonio Valley of Chile. The vineyard is situated in a unique location, surrounded by hills and cooled by ocean breezes, creating ideal conditions for growing Pinot Noir grapes. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant Pinot Noir, with notes of red fruit, spices, and a hint of vanilla. Its smooth and silky texture, balanced acidity, and long finish make it a perfect match for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and soft cheeses.
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The Matetic Corralillo Pinot Noir offers a captivating sensory journey.On the nose, it greets you with a delicate bouquet of red berries, particularly ripe strawberries and cherries, intertwined with subtle hints of earthiness and a touch of floral notes like violets. The palate is a harmonious dance of flavors, where the vibrant fruitiness continues to shine, joined by a nuanced complexity of spices, cedar, and a gentle herbal undertone. Silky-smooth tannins and a well-balanced acidity provide an elegant structure. This Pinot Noir pairs wonderfully with dishes like roasted duck with a berry reduction, wild mushroom risotto, or even grilled salmon.
San Antonio Valley is a relatively new wine region located in Chile near the Pacific coast, 80km (50 miles) west of Santiago.
San Antonio Valley has a long and storied history of winemaking. The region was first established in the late 19th century by French immigrants who brought with them their knowledge and expertise in winemaking. Since then, the region has become one of the most important wine-producing regions in Chile.