COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Viña San Pedro Tarapacá S.A.
REGION
Malleco Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Tayu 1865 Pinot Noir 2021 is a red wine from Viña San Pedro Tarapacá S.A., produced in the Malleco Valley. It is notable for being the first Pinot Noir from this region and for its collaborative origin, named 'Tayu' meaning 'our' in Mapudungún, reflecting a partnership with six Mapuche indigenous families. The wine is part of the '1865' line, which commemorates the founding year of Viña San Pedro. Viña San Pedro Tarapacá S.A. is one of Chile's largest and oldest wine producers, with a stated commitment to sustainable and innovative management.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First Pinot Noir from Malleco Valley.
Fact 02
Collaboration with Mapuche indigenous families.
Fact 03
Name 'Tayu' means 'our' in Mapudungún.
Fact 04
Part of VSPT's '1865' line, honoring winery's founding year.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Tayu 1865 Pinot Noir 2021 is produced by Viña San Pedro Tarapacá S.A. The winemaking process for the '1865' line focuses on allowing each grape variety to express its specific vineyard origin. For this particular wine, key techniques would involve careful vineyard management in the Malleco Valley to cultivate high-quality Pinot Noir grapes. Fermentation is likely managed to preserve the varietal's aromatic complexity and freshness. Aging, if employed, would aim to integrate the wine and potentially add subtle structural elements. The producer, VSPT, emphasizes sustainable practices throughout its operations.
