Novas Gran Reserva Pinot Noir
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, creamy mushroom risotto, grilled salmon
✨ Technical Specifications
Emiliana's Novas range is named in honor of the ancient astronomers who observed 'nova' stars—sudden, brilliant bursts of light in the night sky that signaled new beginnings. This spirit of discovery mirrors Emiliana's pioneering transition to organic and biodynamic viticulture in Chile. Sourced from the cool-climate vineyards of the Casablanca Valley within the greater Aconcagua region, this Pinot Noir thrives under the cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean's Humboldt Current and morning fogs. The grapes are grown on decomposed granitic soils with clay, which impart a distinct mineral edge to the wine. It is typically fermented in stainless steel and aged partially in French oak barrels to strike a harmonious balance between vibrant red fruit expression and subtle, elegant complexity.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1986 by the Guilisasti family, Emiliana has grown to become the world's leading producer of organic and biodynamic wines. In the late 1990s, visionary director Rafael Guilisasti partnered with renowned consulting winemaker Álvaro Espinoza to pioneer ecological viticulture across Chile's most prestigious wine regions, including the Casablanca, Maipo, Colchagua, and Cachapoal Valleys. Guided by Demeter-certified biodynamic farming principles, Emiliana eliminates synthetic inputs in favor of natural preparations and native biodiversity to authentically reflect terroir. The estate is widely celebrated for its flagship biodynamic red blends, notably Coyam and Gê, as well as expressive single-vineyard expressions of Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%