Pionero Pais
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Best enjoyed young and fresh, typically within 1–3 years of the vintage release.
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Charcuterie boards, grilled pork sausages, roasted chicken
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Hailing from Chile's historic Central Valley, Morandé's Pionero País is a vibrant tribute to the country's viticultural origins. The País grape, also known as Listán Prieto, was introduced to Chile by Spanish missionaries in the 16th century and reigned as the nation's most planted variety for centuries. Long relegated to simple table wines, País has undergone a spectacular renaissance, championed by forward-thinking producers like Morandé. Sourced from traditional, dry-farmed bush vines, this wine is crafted using gentle extraction techniques to highlight the grape's naturally rustic charm, bright acidity, and juicy red fruit profile. It offers a fascinating liquid history lesson, blending ancestral heritage with modern, clean winemaking.
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Founded in 1996 by pioneering winemaker Pablo Morandé, Viña Morandé is a trailblazing Chilean winery renowned for its innovative spirit and commitment to expressing the country's diverse terroirs. Headquartered in Pelequén within the O'Higgins Region, the estate is celebrated for Morandé's historic role in introducing cool-climate viticulture to the Casablanca Valley. The winery employs a forward-thinking production philosophy, utilizing traditional large oak foudres, concrete eggs, and clay amphorae to craft highly expressive, minimal-intervention wines. Their acclaimed portfolio spans from the iconic, estate-grown Bordeaux-style blend House of Morandé to the terroir-driven Gran Reserva and Terrarum lines, showcasing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, and Sauvignon Blanc. The official estate is located at Ruta 5 Sur, Km 122, Pelequén, Malloa, O'Higgins, Chile, and more information can be found at https://www.morande.cl.