De Martino Viejas Tinajas País Maule Valley

Maule, Chile

Fermented in pre-Columbian clay tinajas (terracotta amphorae), this País is a bridge between ancient and modern winemaking — the variety planted by Spanish missionaries in the 17th century, fermented in the clay vessels used centuries before that. Pale garnet with extraordinary delicacy: fresh cherry, wild strawberry, red rose, dried herbs, and a granite mineral freshness that makes it one of the most original and compelling wines produced in the Americas.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Chile's most traditional pie with the country's most ancient wine variety — the wine's lightness and mineral freshness complement the corn's sweetness while its red fruit bridges the seasoned beef filling.
• starter: Chilean empanadas with old-vine País — the wine's delicate fruit and mineral freshness are ideal for the spiced beef filling. The terracotta fermentation adds an earthy connection to the clay-vessel tradition.
• starter: The wine's red fruit and mineral freshness mirror beet's earthy sweetness. Goat cheese bridges its light tannin while honey vinaigrette echoes its fruit character.
• cheese: The wine's lightness and mineral freshness are ideal for fresh milk cheese. Peach preserve echoes its red fruit while herbs bridge its wild flower character.