Sauvignon Blanc
The vintage
The absence of frost in winter and rainfall during spring and summer were highly favourable. Budding, flowering and ripening happened very smoothly, which resulted in grapes of exceptional quality. The considerable temperature fluctuations between the cool nights and very hot days, were beneficial to the grapes leading to a fruity and aromatic expression of the grapes whilst retaining a good level of acidity.
Location
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal range, Casablanca benefits from the cooling effect of the Humboldt current. This oceanic climate, combined with shallow and relatively poor soil, gives the perfect conditions to produce fresh and aromatic white wines.
Terroir
Grapes are mainly sourced from our vinegrowing partners in the Casablanca Valley, about 40km North West of Santiago, and from the coolest parts of Los Vascos in Colchagua Valley.
Vinification
Grapes are harvested before daylight when temperatures are at their lowest. After a few hours of cold maceration, they are pressed and fermented at low temperature in stainless steel tanks to preserve their aromatic potential. The wine is partly aged on lees in order to obtain a good balance between roundness and freshness.
Tasting
The robe is brilliant, light straw in colour. The nose reveals fruity aromas of peach, pineapple, pear, and lychee with notes citrus and chamomile. Balanced and smooth on the palate, with a pleasing freshness and crisp finish.
Alcohol content
13
Grapes
Sauvignon blanc
: 100 %