Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir

Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir is a 100% Pinot Noir from Chile's Casablanca Valley, bottled at 13.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. The 2022 vintage earned 91 points from Patricio Tapia in Descorchados and a Gold Medal at the 2024 Sakura Awards — strong credentials for a Chilean Pinot Noir at this price tier.

Quick Facts: ABV: 13.5%  |  Origin: Casablanca Valley, Chile  |  Style: Oak-Aged Red Wine  |  Producer: Viña Concha y Toro

Production & Heritage

Viña Concha y Toro, founded in 1883 and headquartered in Santiago, is Chile's largest wine producer and one of the most recognized wine companies in the world. The Casillero Del Diablo range — named for the legend of a cellar supposedly guarded by the Devil — draws fruit from multiple coastal Chilean terroirs including the Casablanca Valley, Limarí Valley, and Ucuquer in the coastal Colchagua Valley. This multi-regional blending strategy leverages cool-climate coastal vineyards to preserve the bright acidity and delicate aromatics Pinot Noir demands, while eight months of aging in French oak barrels adds structural depth and subtle spice complexity without overwhelming the varietal character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh strawberries and ripe raspberries lead, followed by delicate rose petal and morello cherry. Underneath, subtle cedar and tobacco notes emerge from the French oak aging.

Taste: The entry is soft and inviting, with silky red fruit flavors — strawberry and raspberry — spreading across the mid-palate. Light tannins frame moderate acidity, while hints of licorice and baking spice appear toward the peak, giving the wine more dimension than many wines in its class.

Finish: Medium in length with a clean, fruit-driven fade and lingering traces of toasted oak. The tannins remain polished throughout, leaving a smooth and pleasingly dry close.

How to Drink Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir

Serve lightly chilled between 14–16°C (57–61°F) to highlight the bright fruit aromatics without muting the oak influence. This is a versatile Pinot Noir that also works well in wine-based mixed drinks. A classic Burgundy Kir — substituting this Chilean Pinot for a Bourgogne Rouge with a splash of crème de cassis — plays off the existing berry character. In a Pinot Noir Sangria loaded with fresh berries and citrus, the wine's fruit-forward profile integrates seamlessly. For a simple warm-weather serve, try it in a Red Wine Spritzer with sparkling water and a twist of orange peel, where the wine's natural acidity keeps the drink lively.

Best For

• Weeknight dinners where you want an approachable but polished red
• Introducing someone to Pinot Noir without a steep price commitment
• Casual dinner parties with mixed palates and varied food menus
• Building a case of reliable everyday wines for regular rotation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir taste like? It delivers silky strawberry and raspberry flavors with light tannins, moderate acidity, and subtle toasted oak and spice notes from eight months in French barrels. The overall profile is fruit-forward, elegant, and easy to drink.

How does Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir compare to Cono Sur Bicicleta Pinot Noir? Both are widely available Chilean Pinot Noirs from major producers competing in the same value segment; Cono Sur Bicicleta is also produced under the broader Concha y Toro corporate umbrella. Casillero Del Diablo tends to show slightly more oak influence from its French barrel aging, while Bicicleta often leans toward brighter, more purely fruit-driven character.

Is Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir good for beginners? Yes — its soft tannins, approachable fruit profile, and moderate alcohol make it an excellent entry point for anyone exploring Pinot Noir or red wine in general.

Where is Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir made? It is produced by Viña Concha y Toro in Chile, drawing Pinot Noir grapes primarily from cool-climate coastal vineyards in the Casablanca Valley, with additional fruit sourced from the Limarí Valley and coastal Colchagua Valley.

What foods pair well with Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir? Roast salmon or grilled trout, where the wine's acidity complements the richness of the fish. Mushroom risotto, which echoes the earthy undertones. Roast duck or chicken thighs with berry-based sauces. Mild soft cheeses like Brie or Camembert. Charcuterie boards with prosciutto and cured meats, where the light tannins won't compete.

What sizes does Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir come in? The standard offering is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format across markets.

Is Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir worth the price? It positions as a value-tier Chilean Pinot Noir, and the combination of French oak aging, consistent critical scores (including 91 points from Descorchados), and dependable quality make it one of the stronger propositions in its segment.

Why Casillero Del Diablo Pinot Noir?

Chilean Pinot Noir at this price level rarely receives 91 points from a respected regional critic like Patricio Tapia, and the 2024 Sakura Awards Gold Medal confirms the wine's appeal across different judging panels. The eight-month French oak aging program is a notable commitment for a value-tier wine, adding a layer of complexity — cedar, tobacco, baking spice — that many competitors at the same level simply skip. Multi-terroir blending from Casablanca, Limarí, and coastal Colchagua gives winemakers a broad palette to maintain vintage-to-vintage consistency, which is exactly what everyday drinkers need from a go-to bottle. It represents one of the most dependable intersections of quality and accessibility in the Chilean Pinot Noir category.