The Winery Chacra of Patagonia

Winery Chacra
The winery offers 19 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 4.1.
It is ranked in the top 1 of the estates of Patagonia.
It is located in Patagonia

The Winery Chacra is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 19 wines for sale in of Patagonia to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Domaine Chacra winery is a truly unique destination, nestled in the heart of the fascinating region of Patagonia in Argentina. Known for its outstanding biodynamic wines, it is located in the fertile Rio Negro valley, a lush oasis that stands in contrast to the surrounding semi-desert landscapes. Founded in 2004 by Piero Incisa della Rocchetta, the property is characterized by a profound respect for nature and a sincere commitment to sustainable viticulture. The estate is particularly famous for its Pinot Noir, which is elegantly structured and subtly expresses the unique terroir of the region. Upon arriving at Domaine Chacra, visitors are immediately struck by the harmony between the wilderness and human intervention. Here, the vines, which are over 80 years old, are perpetually caressed by cool winds that come down from the Andean mountains to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. These climatic conditions, combined with rich and deep alluvial soils, provide ideal conditions for Pinot Noir cultivation. At Domaine Chacra, special care is given to each stage of viticulture. The vines are treated with biodynamic preparations, and the wine is aged in French oak barrels to preserve and highlight the unique character of the fruit. Visiting Domaine Chacra is an experience in itself. The estate offers guided tours of its vineyards and wine tastings, allowing fine wine enthusiasts to discover the complexity and elegance of their productions. The estate also has a charming residence where visitors can relax and appreciate the tranquil beauty of Patagonian landscapes.

Top Winery Chacra wines

Looking for the best Winery Chacra wines in Patagonia among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Chacra wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Chacra wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Winery Chacra

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Chacra

How Winery Chacra wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or poultry such as recipes of authentic bolognese sauce (ragù di carne), veal simmered with vegetables or oven roasted chicken.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Chacra

On the nose the red wine of Winery Chacra. often reveals types of flavors of cream, cherry or oaky and sometimes also flavors of citrus, smoke or apples. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Chacra. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Chacra

  • 2006With an average score of 4.24/5
  • 2007With an average score of 4.18/5
  • 2023With an average score of 4.12/5
  • 2022With an average score of 4.11/5
  • 0With an average score of 4.09/5
  • 2009With an average score of 4.08/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Chacra.

  • Pinot Noir
  • Merlot
  • Malbec
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Shiraz/Syrah

Discovering the wine region of Patagonia

Patagonia is South America's southernmost wine-producing region. Despite being one of the world's least-obvious places for quality viticulture, this desert region – with its cool, DryClimate – has proved itself well suited to producing Elegant red wines from Pinot Noir and Malbec. The geographical region covers a vast area – around twice the Size of California – across southern Argentina and Chile. Patagonia is more closely associated with dinosaurs and desert than with fine wine, but it has a viticultural zone that stretches 300 kilometers (200 miles) along the Neuquen and Rio Negro rivers, from Anelo in the west to Choele Choel in the east.

The zone is closer to the Andes Mountains than to the Atlantic Ocean, but is at a much lower altitude than its northern cousin of Mendoza, averaging about 300m (1,000ft) above sea level. Patagonia is a desert, and viticulture is possible only near the rivers, where meltwater from the Andes is abundant for irrigation. The classic desert climate of Warm days and cold nights extends the growing season in the region, slowing ripening in the grapes and letting them develop RichVarietal character while retaining acidity. Patagonia has gained recognition within the wine world due to the two viticultural regions located in its northern section: the more-established Rio Negro and the newer, still developing Neuquen.

Wines from these two zones are traditionally more European in style than those from the Central and northern regions of Argentina, as a result of the areas' cooler climate and higher latitude. While Malbec still plays a central role in Patagonian wine, it is Pinot Noir that has become the region's iconic grape variety. Excellent white wines made from Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling also showcase the freshness of the region's climate.

The top white wines of Winery Chacra

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Chacra

How Winery Chacra wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pork, vegetarian or poultry such as recipes of braised (green) cabbage, tuna, pepper and tomato quiche or chicken tikka massala.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Chacra

On the nose the white wine of Winery Chacra. often reveals types of flavors of oaky, minerality or vanilla and sometimes also flavors of caramel, stone or honey. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Chacra. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Chacra

  • 2023With an average score of 4.34/5
  • 2020With an average score of 4.24/5
  • 2017With an average score of 4.24/5
  • 2019With an average score of 4.24/5
  • 0With an average score of 4.23/5
  • 2021With an average score of 4.23/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Chacra.

  • Chardonnay

Discover the grape variety: Chardonnay

The white Chardonnay is a grape variety that originated in France (Burgundy). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. White Chardonnay can be found in many vineyards: South West, Burgundy, Jura, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Beaujolais, Savoie & Bugey, Loire Valley, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Armagnac, Lorraine, Alsace, Provence & Corsica.

The top pink wines of Winery Chacra

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Winery Chacra

How Winery Chacra wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of veal, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of oxtail confit in red wine, chicken drumstick with bacon or rabbit with white wine and mushrooms.

Organoleptic analysis of pink wines of Winery Chacra

On the nose the pink wine of Winery Chacra. often reveals types of flavors of earth, tree fruit or red fruit.

The best vintages in the pink wines of Winery Chacra

  • 2020With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2013With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2011With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.75/5

The grape varieties most used in the pink wines of Winery Chacra.

  • Pinot Noir

The word of the wine: Clairet

Strong rosé wine reminiscent of a light red.

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Discover the grape variety: Pinot noir

Pinot noir is an important red grape variety in Burgundy and Champagne, and its reputation is well known! Great wines such as the Domaine de la Romanée Conti elaborate their wines from this famous grape variety, and make it a great variety. When properly vinified, pinot noit produces red wines of great finesse, with a wide range of aromas depending on its advancement (fruit, undergrowth, leather). it is also the only red grape variety authorized in Alsace. Pinot Noir is not easily cultivated beyond our borders, although it has enjoyed some success in Oregon, the United States, Australia and New Zealand.

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