Vinateros Bravos- Itata Volcanico Pais 2022 (750ml)

Pais Volcanico by Leonardo Erazo - A True Expression of Itata's Heritage Leonardo Erazo’s Pais Volcanico is a wine steeped in history, authenticity, and connection to its environment. Hailing from Chile’s Itata Valley, this wine embodies an extraordinary combination of factors that make it a truly rare and genuine representation of its terroir. Crafted from own-rooted vines that could be as old as 300 years, this wine tells the story of Pais, an ancient grape variety brought to Chile by the conquistadors in the 16th century. Grown in purely basaltic volcanic soils, these vines are dry-farmed, untreated for long stretches due to minimal disease pressure, and nurtured by families who have passed down their farming practices for generations. No amendments, fertilizers, or modern interventions disrupt the natural cycle of these vineyards. In the cellar, Leo follows a minimalist philosophy, allowing the grapes to speak for themselves. A touch of sulfur is added only to preserve the wine's i