Las Pizarras Syrah
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release, with the structure to age gracefully for up to 20 years.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted rack of lamb, grilled venison, wild mushroom risotto
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Errazuriz's Las Pizarras Syrah represents a groundbreaking chapter in Chilean viticulture, shifting the focus from the warm interior valleys to the cool, wind-swept hills of Aconcagua Costa, just 12 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean. The name Las Pizarras translates to 'The Slates,' paying homage to the rare metamorphic slate and schist soils that define this unique vineyard site. This exceptional terroir, combined with the cooling maritime breezes, yields a Syrah of extraordinary tension, vibrant acidity, and distinct mineral elegance, far removed from the jammy styles often associated with warmer climates. Hand-harvested and crafted with meticulous care, the wine is typically fermented with a portion of whole clusters and aged in French oak barrels to preserve its intense aromatic profile of black pepper, violets, and blue fruit, anchored by a savory, stony backbone.
🍾 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.