Undurraga Brut Chardonnay Pinot Noir

Chile – Sparkling

Region: Maipo Valley

Producer: Vino Undurraga

Grapes: 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir

Aromas of apple blossom and caramel. Some fizz in the mouth, not much length or finish.  Sweet with a bitter aftertaste, reminiscent of an asti or prosecco.  The bottle fizzed over on opening, maybe due to the Charmat bottling method? Nothing about this wine was appealing, will definitely not be buying it again.

Majestic  £8.99

Cono Sur Pinot Noir 2008

Chile – Red – 2008

Region: Valle Centrale

Producer: Cono Sur

Very light brick red colour.  Aroma and taste of chery and strawberry as well as that difficult to place Pinot character.  Soft texture, medium body with good length and finish for such a mass-produced wine.  Good value everyday wine.

Waitrose  £6.99 for 1 litre bottle