Las Pizarras Chardonnay
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 3–12 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Pan-seared sea bass, roasted lobster with butter, creamy mushroom risotto
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the cool, wind-swept hills of the Aconcagua Costa, Errazuriz's 'Las Pizarras' Chardonnay represents a paradigm shift in Chilean white winemaking. The wine takes its name from the unique metamorphic slate ('pizarras') soils of the region, which are incredibly rare in Chile. Located just 12 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean, the vineyard benefits from the cooling influence of the Humboldt Current, allowing the Chardonnay grapes to ripen slowly while retaining brilliant natural acidity. Crafted under the guidance of winemaker Francisco Baettig, the grapes are hand-harvested and gently whole-cluster pressed before undergoing fermentation with native yeasts in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a masterclass in tension, combining intense mineral drive, citrus blossom, and wet-stone notes with a beautifully integrated, textured palate derived from lees aging.
🍾 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.