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Item Number: 6375
UPC: 0835603002553
Country: Chile
Region: Southern Regions
Sub Region: Malleco
Appellation/AVA: Malleco Valley
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vineyard Designation: Traiguen
Vintage: 2009
Grape(s): 100% Chardonnay
Type: Wine - White
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 6
Closure: Cork
Alc by Vol(%): 13
pH: 2.25
Soil Type: Clay, granite
Case Production: 400
Average Age of Vines: 20 years
Winemaking Notes: Whole cluster, no cold soak, fermentation for 16 days, no pumpovers, 10% malolactic fermentation in barrel, no fining, filtrated
br>Terroir: The terroir of Viña Aquitania is characterized by a poor, well drained soil which allows roots to grow deep, and a micro climate which allows for very good exposure to sunlight, warm days, cool nights and no rainfall during ripening and harvesting. Irrigation during the development of the grapes can be strictly controlled. The vines are planted in 18 hectares running from North to South, on a slope in an East/West direction, at an altitude ranging from 675 to 721 meters above sea level. The vines are cordon trained at a density of 1.700 vines per acre. Due to the absence of Phylloxera, the vines are ungrafted, and spraying against diseases is limited solely to the use of sulfur.
Valley Information: Located 400 miles south of Santiago, Malleco
is currently Chile's southernmost appellation. This valley was original
explored as a test in the early 90s. The area has proven exceptional for
Chardonnay and promising for Pinot Noir, although high rainfall and a
shorter growing season make the area risky for most other varieties.
91 points (2011 vintage) International Wine Cellar, 2/14
"Green-tinged yellow. Melon, poached pear and honey on the nose and palate. Plush and expansive, with sneaky mineral and ginger notes adding lift and focus. Picks up floral and anise notes with air and finishes with excellent clarity and lingering spiciness. Offers a lovely blend of richness and energy."
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