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Errázuriz Kai Carmenère 2022.
Product Code:
17804304000854
Country:
Chile Aconcagua Valley.
Grapes:
100% Carmenere.
ABV:
14%
Case Size:
6 x 75cl.
Ratings:
93 Wine Advocate Points.
£330.00
The 2022 Kai originates from the Max I and Max V blocks, planted in rocky alluvial soils in the early 1990s. It was fermented in stainless steel and matured for 18 months in 45% new French oak and contains 4% Syrah. The nose is pure, herbal and dark-fruited, quickly developing a lovely floral side that further lifts its aromas. The palate is posed, refined and fresh, concluding with a focused finish framed with vibrant acidity and discreet tannins.
I was impressed by the new releases from Errázuriz, now overseen by Technical Director Emily Faulconer, who joined after Francisco Baettig's departure. These bottlings were tasted on two occasions: first, at the winery in Panquehue with Faulconer and Chief Winemaker Tomás Muñoz, who manages the Reserva, Aconcagua Costa and Don Maximiano bottlings, and then with a tasting in Los Angeles. The latest set of Las Pizarras bottlings is outstanding—I was particularly drawn to the Syrah bottling in this vintage—and I enjoyed the two most recent releases of Don Maximiano. Errázuriz seems to be in very capable hands, and I look forward to seeing what innovations arise from the fresh perspective of a new team at the helm. Matthew Luczy, The Wine Advocate, Mar 20, 2025.
The 2022 Kai originates from the Max I and Max V blocks, planted in rocky alluvial soils in the early 1990s. It was fermented in stainless steel and matured for 18 months in 45% new French oak and contains 4% Syrah. The nose is pure, herbal and dark-fruited, quickly developing a lovely floral side that further lifts its aromas. The palate is posed, refined and fresh, concluding with a focused finish framed with vibrant acidity and discreet tannins.
I was impressed by the new releases from Errázuriz, now overseen by Technical Director Emily Faulconer, who joined after Francisco Baettig's departure. These bottlings were tasted on two occasions: first, at the winery in Panquehue with Faulconer and Chief Winemaker Tomás Muñoz, who manages the Reserva, Aconcagua Costa and Don Maximiano bottlings, and then with a tasting in Los Angeles. The latest set of Las Pizarras bottlings is outstanding—I was particularly drawn to the Syrah bottling in this vintage—and I enjoyed the two most recent releases of Don Maximiano. Errázuriz seems to be in very capable hands, and I look forward to seeing what innovations arise from the fresh perspective of a new team at the helm. Matthew Luczy, The Wine Advocate, Mar 20, 2025.
All our wines are stored in our importers bonded warehouse, which have the optimum environment for fine wine storage, by carefully regulating temperature, humidity and other microclimatic factors.
As such, please allow between 7 and 10 days for your delivery to arrive.
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