Rapel Valley

90% Sauvignon Blanc, Las Kuras Vineyard and 10% Semillon, Apalta

Hand-harvested early in the morning between the 25th of February and the 13th of March 2008, in small baskets of 12 kgs. 2008 could be characterized by a very cold and dry winter with very little water. Because of these conditions the bud break was delayed approximately one week. The spring was drier and temperatures were more extreme. Flowering conditions were good and grape set was on time. The summer was drier than normal. The veraison occurred late, around January 20th, but was very quick. The maturation was early. With our intense vineyard management (3 or 4 green harvests plus already low yields) and the exceptional weather conditions, we started the harvest of the Sauvignon Blanc in Requinoa by end of February. The acidity is more intense than in previous vintages and we decided to pick all the Sauvignon Blanc within two weeks in our Las Kuras vineyard, which is now 100% organic certified.

• All the grapes were transported in refrigerated containers to the winery. • Natural decantation occurred in stainless steel tanks. • All the wine went through a 3-4 weeks low temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 15°C , followed by a 4 months aging on lees in vats. • Bottled in August 2008.

COLOR: Pale and clear light yellow with subtle lime hints. NOSE: White nectarine, pear and white flowers dominate also citrus fruit and tangerine. Fresh herbs and mineral notes at the back. PALATE: Light body with fresh acidity at the beginning followed by a round and concentrated mid palate. Long and fresh finish. SERVICE AND FOOD PAIRING: Serve chilled as an aperitif. Also the ideal companion for appetizers and sea food in general. open and serve well chilled at 8-10°C.

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