# Cono Sur Pinot Noir Organic (2023)

- **Producer:** Viña Cono Sur SA
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Rapel Valley, Chile
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 13–15 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, rose, raspberry, strawberry, cloves, vanilla, earth, dried fruit

## About this wine

Cono Sur Pinot Noir Organic is a 100% Pinot Noir from Chile's Valle Central, produced by Viña Cono Sur. The winery, founded in 1993, is a subsidiary of Concha y Toro and is recognized for its pioneering work in organic viticulture and commitment to sustainability, symbolized by its use of bicycles in vineyard management. Cono Sur was the first Chilean winery to export Pinot Noir and is a Certified B-Corp. The grapes are sourced from various valleys within the Valle Central region, contributing to the wine's character.

## Interesting facts

- Certified organic and vegan-friendly.
- Cono Sur uses bicycles to tend vineyards, reducing carbon footprint.
- First Chilean winery to export Pinot Noir.
- A Certified B-Corp, reflecting commitment to people and planet.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and balanced acidity make it versatile. It can complement the richness of duck and pork, cut through the fattiness of salmon, and echo the earthy notes found in mushroom dishes. Its fruit-forward character also pairs well with slightly sweet elements like apple chutney or cherry reduction.

## Wine making process

Cono Sur Pinot Noir Organic is produced from organically grown grapes. The winemaking process involves controlled fermentation, likely in stainless steel tanks, to maintain fruit purity. A portion of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for a period, while the remainder is kept in stainless steel. This approach aims to balance oak-derived complexity with the vibrant fruit characteristics of the Pinot Noir grape, reflecting the winery's commitment to sustainable and innovative practices.