Winemaker Notes
This wine is a pale yellow color with slight greenish nuances. It reveals intense aromas of citrus fruits, most particularly passionfruit. Mild floral notes are complemented by subtle herbal hints. In the mouth, it is juicy with crisp acidity and good volume. The citrus notes are again apparent, accompanied by a fresh acidity and a long finish. This is definitely a great representative of the coastal zone of Chile that is well worth tasting. Food Pairing: This wine pairs well with fresh foods, such as salads and simply prepared seafood dishes. You can also enjoy it with creamy cheese like ricotta, brie, camembert or feta.
Capable of a vast array of styles, Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, refreshing variety that equally reflects both terroir and varietal character. Though it can vary depending on where it is grown, a couple of commonalities always exist—namely, zesty acidity and intense aromatics. This variety is of French provenance. Somm Secret—Along with Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc is a proud parent of Cabernet Sauvignon. That green bell pepper aroma that all three varieties share is no coincidence—it comes from a high concentration of pyrazines (herbaceous aromatic compounds) inherent to each member of the family.
An officially recognized sub-zone in the southern part of the San Antonio Valley, the Leyda Valley was the original settlement of the wine pioneers who came to the area in the 1990s. They were in search of cooler and wetter growing conditions—as compared to more eastern, drier and often warmer locations.
Planting, which began only in the late 1990s, focused on Sauvignon blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot noir and some limited spots for Syrah. The area continues to receive well-earned accolades for wines of these varieties.