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05/09/2019
Tips for wine tasting
The concept of wine tasting may seem somewhat distant for those who enjoy a glass of red or white wine occasionally, mostly due to the image of wine professionals - sommeliers for example - who taste a wine so objectively. But the truth is that the tasting exercise is something that is done every time you have a glass on hand, since it is just a matter of perception and use of senses. What elements to consider when tasting? When tasting a wine three senses are involved: sight, smell and taste. Learning to taste a wine combining these three elements will allow us to further appreciate what we drink, especially if it is a variety from a sustainable vineyard, where the care of every detail creates an unique wine. So, let's review: Color The sight comes into play when we serve the wine in the glass. We must take it by the stem and tilt it...
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29/08/2019
The secrets to a perfect pairing
We all know that food and drink are an inseparable duo, but the pairing depends on some golden rules. That's why we'll share with you some tips to make your next food pairing unforgettable, especially if you're thinking of pairing a Pinot Noir. Some fundamental tips As wine lovers, many of you surely have heard "red wine goes great with red meats" or "seafood must be paired with white wine". While many of these statements make a lot of sense, it is necessary to take into account other details. To find the perfect pairing, consider that the food can either highlight the wine's desired qualities or cancel them out, which can affect our perception keeping us from enjoying all the qualities of a wine like Pinot Noir - which must be served at 14°C, by the way. Did you know? Does any wine work? Unfortunately not. If we want to find a good...
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23/08/2019
Cono Sur: the pioneer in Chilean Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a variety that has been gaining visibility due to its versatility and smoothness. However, to achieve a wine with unique characteristics it is necessary to consider various factors and, besides the geographical conditions and the climate, the winemaking process directly influences the final result. Cono Sur: experience and sustainability When talking Chilean Pinot Noir, Cono Sur takes the lead. It was founded in 1993 with the goal of producing unique, innovative and expressive wines. For that, we focused on being a sustainable vineyard, since we depend on the soil and its fruits to generate the wines that today position us as one of the most admired wine brands in the world. It is necessary to remember that we were the first Chilean vineyard to produce and export Pinot Noir premium, understanding the importance and relevance that...
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08/08/2019
Pinot Noir: Chile or Burgundy?
Burgundy, in the east of France, has records of being a wine region since 312 AD. One of its native varieties - Pinot Noir - has the quality of reflecting in its flavor the properties of the soil where it grows, for that reason it is known that Burgundy produces Pinot Noir wines with unique characteristics since it possess ideal attributes to grow the variety: limestone soils, presence of marine fossils, cool weather and good level of sunlight. The Pinot Noir grape produces most wines in the region and plays an important role in the region's reputation. Well made wines with this variety are among the most expensive in the world. In our country, in San Antonio and Casablanca valleys, the Chilean Pinot Noir has managed to grow successfully. This is an extremely sensitive vine, and Chile's peculiar geography - with elements such as the Andes...
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