Sentido Contrario 2020 Pinot Noir Maule Valley DO, Chile

2020 Maule Valley Pinot Noir

Sentido Contrario 2020 Pinot Noir from Maule Valley DO in Chile offers a medium-bodied profile with a balanced acidity that complements its red fruit flavors. The wine presents a harmonious combination of bright red fruit notes with subtle tannins, resulting in an elegant and velvety drinking experience. The 2020 vintage showcases the expressive character of Pinot Noir grapes from this renowned winemaking region, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate a well-rounded and flavorful red wine.

Tasting notes:

Red cherry aromas join toasty notes of hazelnut and chocolate on the nose. Oak adds weight to the palate, where balanced acidity and tannin create a smooth structure, and notes of nutmeg and cedar inspire a warm and cozy sensation.

Baking Spice

Oak

Cedar

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:

Valle Central

The expansive, warm flatlands of Chile's Valle Central are home to most of the country's vineyards. This long stretch of land from Santiago to Itata Valley is divided into four sub-regions, each with its own climate and reputation. There is Maipo Valley with its minty Cabernet Sauvignon, Rapel Valley with its spicy Carménère and the Curicó and Maule Valleys, famous for concentrated Carignan made from old vines. Throughout the valley—which is prized for its rich, volcanic soils—the hot days and cool nights result in ripe, well-balanced grapes. Some of the most common Valle Central wines are fruit-forward reds made from plummy Merlot and pear-flavored whites crafted from Chardonnay.

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