At a glance

Producer

Viña Errazuriz

Region

Aconcagua Costa, Chile

Grape variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$19-25 USD retail (750ml, 2024)

Tasting profile

Vibrant aromas of cassis, black cherry, ripe plum, and subtle graphite, complemented by notes of crushed herbs, black pepper, cocoa, and a touch of cedar from oak aging. Medium body, balanced acidity, and lively freshness.

Evolution: With 2-4 years, the wine will develop greater aromatic harmony, with secondary notes of tobacco leaf, savory spices, damp earth, and softening oak influence. The tannins will further resolve, and primary fruit will mellow into more complex flavors.

At peak: At peak, expect integrated oak, supple tannins, evolved dark berry fruit, nuances of dried herbs, tobacco, and fine-grained minerality, with a seamless, elegant profile.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high; brings freshness, lifts fruit profile, and supports aging

Tannins

Medium, fine-grained tannins that are approachable but will soften and integrate further over the next 2-4 years

Alcohol

Moderate (13.5%-14%), well-integrated, not dominant

Aging potential

Best enjoyed within 6-8 years of vintage (2027-2029), with some bottles holding for up to 10 years in optimal storage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2028

Optimal window

2024 to 2029

Current status

Enjoyable now but benefits from short-term cellaring

Current condition

Youthful, primary fruit-forward with developing structure

The 2025-2028 window is defined as peak because the wine will have completed primary integration of fruit, tannins, and oak, allowing harmonious balance and depth. During this period, tertiary complexity (earth, leather, spice) emerges without losing core fruit-driven character. After this peak, the wine will gradually begin to lose vibrant fruit, the structure will soften, and freshness may decline, leading to a more subdued and potentially less lively profile.

Food pairing

Excellent with grilled lamb chops, rosemary beef steak, roasted pork tenderloin, and hearty pasta with tomato or mushroom sauces. Herbal accents (rosemary, thyme), roasted root vegetables, and aged hard cheeses complement the wine. As the wine matures, pairings with richer stews, braised short ribs, or wild mushroom risotto will work even better, leveraging the wine's evolving savory complexity.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — Decanting will help to aerate the wine, enhancing its aromas and flavors, especially as it has medium tannins that will benefit from some exposure to air.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Water conservation, integrated pest management, minimal synthetic intervention, biodiversity conservation, energy-efficient production

Viña Errazuriz is recognized in Chile for its leadership in sustainability, implementing ethical viticulture and certified practices. The estate engages in energy and water conservation and maintains biodiversity, earning national and global acknowledgment for environmental stewardship.