Chile, Maule Valley
Chardonnay
Description
This bright and clean Chardonnay made from organiclly grow grapes has a beautiful young greenish-yellow coloring. On the nose notes of grapefruit, lime, orange blossom, pineapple, pear and quince can be found. On the palate it is round and fresh, with nice acidity and mineral tones. Pairs best with seafood, white meats, nuts, butter and cream sauces and cheeses
Awards
90 pts James Suckling
87 pts Decanter Points
Bronze Decanter Medal
8 pts De Grote Hamersma
Certificates
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
Destemmed No Direct pressed Yes 100 % Maceration No % Temperature °C Hours Cleaned-up Yes, 120 NTU Temperature 4 to 8 °C 48 Hours Yeast strain Sacharomyces cerevisiae Fermentation 28 Days Temperature 13.5 °C Type Vessel Stainless steel Malolactic No
Vineyard
Appellation Chile Estate San Antonio Estate/ Colchagua Estate/ Maule Estate Soil Alluvial and gravelly. Sandy with a bit of clay. Low in fertility. Climate Cool climate, very close to the coast (15 Km). Cool nights and foggy mornings. Mild temperatures during the day (26° C). Viticulture practices Vertical trellis system. Drip irrigation and organic management.
Viticulture
Maturation
AGING PROCESS IN TANKS Type Container Stainless steel 100% Duration 4 Months Temperature 10 °C
Palate
Round on the palate, fresh with nice acidity and mineral notes.
Food Pairing
Food pairing Seafood, white meats, nuts, butter & cream sauces, cheeses.
