Costa Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed 2 to 7 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled sea bass, roasted chicken with herbs, creamy mushroom pasta
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Hailing from the cool-climate Aconcagua Costa vineyard situated just 12 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean, the Errazuriz Costa Chardonnay is a masterclass in maritime-influenced viticulture. The vines thrive in unique metamorphic soils rich in schist, locally known as pizarra, which imparts a distinctive flinty minerality to the wine. Benefiting from morning mists and cooling ocean breezes, the grapes undergo a slow ripening process that preserves their vibrant natural acidity. Fermented in French oak barrels and aged on its fine lees, this Chardonnay beautifully balances bright citrus and stone fruit flavors with a textured, creamy mouthfeel and a long, saline finish, representing Errazuriz's pioneering spirit in exploring Chile's coastal frontiers.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1870 by Don Maximiano Errázuriz, Viña Errázuriz is a historic Chilean winery located in the heart of the Aconcagua Valley. Under the visionary leadership of descendant Eduardo Chadwick, the estate has pioneered the exploration of the valley's diverse microclimates, from the warm interior plains to the cool, ocean-influenced coastal zones. Errázuriz is globally renowned for its philosophy of crafting elegant, terroir-driven wines that showcase purity and structure, particularly through its iconic Bordeaux-style blend, Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve, and the acclaimed Kai Carmenere. This commitment to excellence has cemented the estate's reputation as a premier benchmark for high-quality Chilean winemaking on the international stage.