Veramonte, Ritual Pinot Noir Monster Block, 2020

Veramonte Ritual Pinot Noir Monster Block 2020 is a focused Chilean Pinot Noir that combines impressive fruit concentration with a wonderfully airy, refined style. Sourced from a standout parcel in Casablanca Valley and now bottled separately to showcase its best expression, it reflects both the precision of cool-climate Pinot Noir and the fresh clarity that has made this vineyard historically so special.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a vibrant, polished ruby hue in the glass. Aromatically, it opens with ripe strawberries, rhubarb, and a subtle herbal lift, layered with delicate oak spice and a touch of earthy complexity. On the palate, it is intense yet graceful, with small ripe strawberries and blackberry notes sitting neatly above the barrel influence. Bright acidity gives the wine lift and tension through the mid-palate, creating a light, elegant feel despite the concentration. It has the structure to develop further over the next few years, while remaining especially appealing for its freshness and balance now.

Production
This Pinot Noir comes from a south-facing parcel in Casablanca Valley, where limited sun exposure helps preserve freshness, balance, and aromatic precision. The vineyard was planted in 1994 with Pinot Noir clones 9 and 16 and is now farmed organically, a change that has helped the grapes achieve even better equilibrium. The fruit is harvested early in the morning so it arrives cool at the winery, then pressed with whole clusters to enhance complexity. Fermentation and aging take place in 400-liter oak barrels for 14 months, with 30% new oak, adding depth, texture, and subtle spice to the finished wine.

Food & Serving
This Pinot Noir is a natural match for duck breast, roast chicken, mushroom dishes, salmon, or tuna, as well as lighter game and earthy vegetarian plates. Serve it slightly cool, ideally around 14–16°C, to let the freshness and aromatic detail shine. Decanting is not essential, but a short aeration can help open the wine if served young.

Producer
Veramonte is one of Chile’s respected producers, known for highlighting the character of cool-climate sites and for its strong commitment to organic viticulture. In Casablanca Valley, the winery has earned a reputation for crafting wines with purity, balance, and a clear sense of place. The Ritual range reflects this focus, with site-specific bottlings that aim to show the most distinctive and expressive side of each vineyard block.

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