{"title":"Chile","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe narrow country is greatly influenced by the towering Andes Mountain range to the east, famously protecting the region from pests that the majority of wine growing regions have been plagued by for centuries. The incredible quality of Chilean wines is off most wine drinker’s radar, and that’s something we aim to change.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pedro-parra-hub-2021","title":"Pedro Parra “Hub” 2021","description":"","brand":"Giuliana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44283854258399,"sku":"","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0439\/7436\/1248\/files\/P7261703.jpg?v=1690406735"},{"product_id":"pedro-parra-hub-2022","title":"Pedro Parra “Trane” 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Land:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a single vineyard planted in 1944 in the remote hills of Guarilihue Alto, \"Trane\" 2021 draws its character from Itata Valley’s unique silty, sandy soils of red decomposed granite. These ancient, unirrigated bush vines thrive on a rugged terrain shaped by Chile’s coastal influence, where cool breezes and granitic soils converge to produce grapes of remarkable concentration and freshness. The vineyard’s natural resilience, coupled with low-intervention farming, allows the terroir’s mineral-driven essence to shine through in every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from 100% Cinsault, \"Trane\" embodies the improvisational spirit and intensity of its namesake, jazz legend John Coltrane. Hand-harvested and fermented whole cluster with indigenous yeasts in concrete, the wine captures the raw energy and tension of the vineyard. Aged for 12 months in a combination of concrete and oak cask, it’s a vibrant expression of Cinsault, with layers of red cherry, wild raspberry, and lifted floral notes underscored by earthy spice and a streak of salinity. The bright acidity and fine-grained tannins give the wine a rhythmic complexity that plays out with each sip, inviting contemplation and enjoyment.This wine is absolutely stunning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe People:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePedro Parra, Chile’s foremost terroir specialist, brings his deep understanding of soil and vineyard dynamics to life in \"Trane.\" Known for his meticulous approach and profound respect for the land, Parra’s winemaking philosophy is rooted in authenticity and a sense of place. This personal project channels the same creative freedom and precision found in Coltrane’s music, pushing boundaries while honoring tradition. With \"Trane,\" Parra delivers a Cinsault that is as complex and engaging as the artist it’s named after. This is without a doubt, one of the most exciting producers in Chile! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrilled or Roasted Poultry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChicken or turkey, especially when simply seasoned or lightly spiced, works well with the wine's fresh acidity and bright fruit character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharcuterie and Soft Cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charcuterie board with lighter cured meats like prosciutto, and cheeses such as brie or camembert, pairs nicely with the wine’s delicate body and fruity nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetarian Dishes with Tomatoes or Peppers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink dishes like roasted vegetable salads, stuffed peppers, pizza or pasta with tomato-based sauces. 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The Subsollum blends Pinot Noir from two geographically and geologically distinct sites: Aconcagua Costa, a coastal valley eight kilometers from the Pacific where Burgundy-selection vines planted in 2007 grow on clay and stony soils just above the Pacific fog line; and Malleco, a remote southern region where vines are planted in volcanic tuff soils in a cool, dry-farmed, biodynamically managed environment. The name means \"subsoil\" — limestone in Aconcagua, volcanic ash in Malleco. The two soils define the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% Pinot Noir, each component fermented and aged separately in stainless steel for 18 months before blending and bottling without oak. The Pacific influence in Aconcagua brings energy, red fruit, and mineral lift; the volcanic soils of Malleco add structure, depth, and a smoky mineral thread. 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Aromatics run to lemon zest, gooseberry, cut mint, lavender, and chamomile. The palate is light-bodied and sharply citric, with a chalky mineral edge that carries the finish longer than a wine at this price usually manages. The two months on lees are doing that work, adding a faint creaminess under the acid. The 2025 growing season across Chile brought winter rains that refilled depleted reserves, then a warm summer with heat spikes in January and February that pulled early-ripening varieties in ahead of schedule. National volumes finished down roughly a fifth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe People\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGalactica is a label rather than an estate, and it is worth being straight about that. The wines are made by Ricardo Baettig and Daniela Salinas from a blend of estate and purchased fruit, imported by Brazos Wine Imports and distributed nationally by Skurnik. 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