Baettig : Seleccion de Parcelas "Los Primos" Pinot Noir 2020

Characteristics and tasting tips for the Seleccion de Parcelas "Los Primos" Pinot Noir 2020 by Baettig

Tasting

Appearance
This red wine displays a deep purple hue, strikingly dark and intense.

Nose
The bouquet is rich and nuanced, blending aromas of ripe red fruit such as cherry, raspberry and pomegranate with delicate floral hints of violet and lavender. Notes of damp earth, blond tobacco and dried meat complete the picture, along with touches of caramel and dark chocolate from the ageing, all underpinned by a ferrous mineral backbone.

Palate
The attack is vibrant and taut, revealing a juicy texture. The medium-bodied palate is framed by fine, firm, chalky tannins, balanced by lovely acidity. The long finish lingers on mineral notes of iron and chalk, accompanied by echoes of spice and chocolate.

Food and wine pairing

This Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with flavourful yet delicate meats such as roast duck breast, braised veal or game birds. It also complements earthy dishes like mushroom risotto or roasted root vegetables.

Serving and cellaring

The Seleccion de Parcelas "Los Primos" Pinot Noir 2020 can be enjoyed now and will continue to develop gracefully until around 2032.

The intensity and minerality of a Pinot Noir from the Malleco Valley

The estate

The Baettig family's story began in the late 19th century with the arrival of Swiss ancestors. However, the Baettig wine estate was only founded in 2013 by its current owners, winemaker Francisco Baettig and his partner Carlos de Carlos. Located in Traiguén, in the province of Malleco within Chile's Southern Regions, the property stands out for its Burgundian approach and its commitment to dry farming. The estate quickly made a name for itself with terroir-driven wines combining freshness, tension and minerality.

The vineyard

This Chilean wine comes from Los Primos, an elite one-hectare plot within the Los Suizos vineyard in Traiguén. Planted in 2013 with Burgundian clones, these vines grow on a plateau of ancient volcanic soils composed of andesite breccia and calcium-rich red clay. Benefiting from high rainfall and a cool climate, the vineyard is dry-farmed without any irrigation, encouraging deep rooting and an authentic expression of the terroir.

The vintage

2020 was marked by particularly hot, dry conditions. After a rainy winter that replenished water reserves, spring proved very dry. Summer followed suit, with intense heat and very little rainfall. These conditions ensured perfectly healthy grapes and excellent ripeness, prompting the estate to begin harvesting early, from the end of March, to preserve all the freshness of the fruit.

Winemaking and ageing

To craft the Seleccion de Parcelas "Los Primos" Pinot Noir 2020, fermentation is carried out with indigenous yeasts, including a carefully controlled proportion of whole bunches to add structure. The wine is then aged for around fifteen months in 300-litre French oak barrels, with a significant share of new oak of close to 38%, the rest resting in vessels that have already held several wines.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir