Winery / Producer: Las Estelas (High-end boutique project led by Estela Perinetti).

Specific Origin: El Cepillo District, San Carlos, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina.

Varietal Composition: 100% Cool Climate Pinot Noir.

Terroir and Soils: Alluvial origin, sandy-loam textures with a significant concentration of calcareous deposits that shape the wine's mineral tension and elegance.

Vinification and Aging: Selective manual harvest in 12 kg crates in the morning. Cold pre-fermentative maceration and fermentation at controlled temperatures with gentle punch-downs to extract the silkier tannic fraction. Noble aging in used French oak barrels to respect the variety's finesse and fruity clarity, completed with subsequent bottle refinement.

Style: Light to medium-bodied red, with a highly fresh, ethereal profile, complex evolutionary notes, and exceptional palate finesse.

Alcohol Content: 13.5% Vol.

Capacity: 750 ml Burgundy bottle.

SKU: ARG-ESTELAS-PINOT-750

Appearance: Displays a beautiful, clear, and brilliant low-coverage ruby red color with subtle violet and cherry glints. Its translucency is typical of great Pinot Noirs crafted under a minimal intervention concept.

Nose: High aromatic intensity, clean and of intoxicating finesse. Crisp notes of fresh wild red fruits such as raspberries, sour strawberries, and cherries stand out, accompanied by an elegant perfume of violets and dried roses. As it opens in the glass, complex layers of undergrowth, damp earth, fresh mushrooms, subtle white spices, and a marked mineral limestone background emerge.

Palate: Subtle, silky, and highly refreshing entry. It unfolds on the palate in an ethereal way yet with an impeccable linear tension; its tannins are of extremely fine grain, with a chalky limestone texture characteristic of El Cepillo. Its natural acidity is vibrant and juicy, providing a stately fluidity that leads to a dry, long, aristocratic finish that is highly persistent in fruity and mineral memories.

Precision Gastronomic Pairing: Thanks to its delicate structure and refreshing cool-climate acidity, this Pinot Noir possesses high-school versatility. It is the absolute companion for fatty fish cooked on the grill or in the oven, such as Chilean salmon, seared tuna with a sesame crust, or cod. It pairs superbly with noble poultry such as duck breast in cherry sauce, quail, or tender roasted milk-fed chicken with fine herbs. It is the ultimate ally for dishes containing mushrooms, such as wild mushroom risotto, pasta with black truffle sauce, or garlic mushrooms. It combines impeccably with boards of soft, washed-rind cheeses (Brie, Camembert, Reblochon) and fine charcuterie. In contemporary Mexican gastronomy, it pairs masterfully with suckling pig tacos, duck carnitas, grilled fish (pescado a la talla), or a subtle Oaxacan pink mole that respects the wine's lightness.

Suggested Moments:

• Exclusive Romantic Dinner: Its translucent color, intoxicating perfume of violets, and velvety texture create an intimate, sensual, sophisticated, and deeply elegant atmosphere to enjoy as a couple.
• Summer Terrace and Meditation Nights: As it is a red with a fresh and fluid profile, it is the ideal label to be served slightly chilled during summer afternoons or mild nights, functioning as an excellent conversation wine.
• High-Level Business Lunches: Presenting a Pinot Noir of this subtlety and territorial precision demonstrates advanced wine knowledge and a highly refined taste, ideal for impressing demanding corporate partners.
• Select Family Meal: A magnificent bottle to preside over the center of the table at intimate celebrations; its friendly and refreshing profile coexists perfectly with diverse culinary preparations without overwhelming the guests.
• Gourmet Barbecue (Appetizers and Lean Cuts): Although not intended for over-aged and fatty cuts, it is the ideal wine to accompany the start of the grill: crispy sweetbreads with lemon, fine sausages, or lean cuts like medium-rare beef tenderloin.
• Intelligent Gift for Oenophiles and Sommeliers: An extraordinary gift for connoisseurs who appreciate the extreme difficulty of achieving a great Pinot Noir in the New World and know how to value Estela Perinetti's talent.
• Special Celebration of Intellectual Achievements: A subtle and complex label perfect for toasting the completion of major projects, publications, academic degrees, or personal milestones that deserve a contemplative red.

What does the El Cepillo district bring to the profile of this Pinot Noir?

El Cepillo, located in the southern Uco Valley, stands out for being one of the coldest sub-zones in Mendoza. Pinot Noir needs cold climates to avoid losing its delicate aromas and natural acidity. This terroir allows for slow ripening that develops notes of very crisp red fruits, hints of undergrowth, and a unique chalky texture due to the soils rich in calcium carbonate.

Why does this wine have a lighter color than other reds like Malbec?

Pinot Noir is a very thin-skinned variety that genetically possesses a smaller amount of anthocyanins (the compounds responsible for color). Estela Perinetti respects this natural characteristic through very gentle extraction. A translucent and clear color is the main indicator of a premium Pinot Noir crafted with a classic and elegant concept.

Is it recommended to decant this Vineyard Collection Pinot Noir?

It does not require prolonged decanting in a decanter, as it is a delicate wine that can lose freshness if over-oxygenated suddenly. However, it is advisable to open the bottle 15 or 20 minutes before serving it or to enjoy its gradual evolution directly in Burgundy-type glasses (with a wide bowl), where its subtle aromatic layers will open with total finesse.

What is the ideal serving temperature and its aging potential?

Unlike other structured reds, Pinot Noir should be served cool to highlight its acidity and fine perfumes. The ideal temperature is between 14°C and 15°C (57°F–59°F). Thanks to its excellent phenolic balance and high-altitude calcareous acidity, it has a notable aging potential in the cellar of between 5 and 8 years, stored horizontally.