2024 Laberinto "Cenizas" Pinot Noir Valle de Maule

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Carlo Delgado

Carlo Delgado

Review Date: 04/2026

I love the aromas of this wine. You can almost smell the volcanic ash from the vineyards. Ripe pomegranates, wild strawberries, fresh cherries, touch of hibiscus, and hints of charcoal on the finish. Like a crossover between a Pinot Noir from Dundee Hills and the volcanic reds from Mount Etna, at a fraction of the price. Distinctive and delicious!

Notes

Laberinto Wines was founded in 1993 by winemaker Rafael Tirado in the remote Colbún area of the Maule Valley, at the foothills of the Andes. From the beginning, the project stood apart from traditional Chilean wine regions, as Tirado deliberately chose an unconventional, high-altitude site with volcanic soils and a cool climate. The winery’s early development was driven by experimentation and a desire to produce distinctive, site-specific wines, with vineyards planted in diverse orientations—including a labyrinth-like design that inspired its name. Laberinto’s philosophy centers on exploration, creativity, and a deep respect for nature, aiming to craft wines that reflect the complexity and uniqueness of their environment. The concept of the “labyrinth” itself symbolizes harmony, transformation, and the intricate relationship between land, climate, and human intervention. A strong commitment to sustainability underpins their practices, including organic farming, biodiversity preservation, and regenerative agriculture techniques. Laberinto Wines seeks to create balanced, mineral-driven wines that express both the volcanic terroir and the spirit of continuous discovery that defines the estate.