Bodegas Chacra Barda Pinot Noir 2022 750ml

93 Points, JS: "red berries, fresh raspberries, chalk and a hint of herbal freshness. Crunchy and fresh, full of verve. Transparent and nimble with soft, round tannins and a bright, linear finish. Drink now." 

Barda is the local term for “eroded steep slope” Often perceived as the “village level” Pinot Noir at Chacra, Sourced from the estate’s “youngest vines” planted in the 1990s. The vines are ungrafted, from an original massale selection on sandy calcareous soils presenting a more high toned aromatic component in the wine. Barda is fermented in equal parts concrete and French oak, 15% of which is new followed by an 11 month elévage. Barda is pure, mineral-driven, and powerful Pinot Noir with concentrated flavors of red plum and dried raspberry,  Sandalwood accents linger on the finish, showing caressing tannins.  An impeccable, entry level but serious pinot noir that is a pleasure to drink any night of the week.