Pionero Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years of the vintage to fully appreciate its fresh fruit character and vibrant acidity.
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Roasted chicken, grilled salmon, wild mushroom pasta
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The Pionero range from Viña Morandé pays tribute to the pioneering spirit of founder Pablo Morandé, who famously transformed Chilean viticulture by introducing cool-climate grape growing to the Casablanca Valley within the greater Aconcagua region. Sourced from vineyards influenced by the cooling breezes of the Pacific Ocean, this Pinot Noir is crafted to highlight the bright, fresh, and fruit-forward characteristics of the variety. Fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve its primary red fruit aromas and vibrant acidity, the wine reflects the coastal terroir of Aconcagua, where morning fogs and clay-granite soils allow Pinot Noir to ripen slowly and develop delicate aromatic complexity.
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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.