COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Viña AltaCima
REGION
Curicó Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The AltaCima 4090 Chardonnay 2019 hails from the Lontué Valley in Chile's Central Region. The wine's name, '4090', is derived from the altitude of the Peteroa Volcano, a significant geographical feature influencing the vineyard's terroir. Viña AltaCima, the producer, aims to create wines that express their origin through a blend of traditional and modern winemaking approaches. The Lontué Valley's climate, characterized by diurnal temperature shifts influenced by oceanic breezes and the Andes mountains, contributes to the distinctiveness of the grapes grown there.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name '4090' refers to the altitude of the Peteroa Volcano overlooking the vineyards.
Fact 02
The Lontué Valley's climate is influenced by both Pacific winds and Andean proximity.
Fact 03
This Chardonnay is considered an 'unbeatable bargain' within its wine line.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The AltaCima 4090 Chardonnay 2019 is produced by Viña AltaCima in Chile's Central Valley. The winemaking process likely involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks, a technique that helps to maintain the wine's freshness and fruit-forward character. Some wines within the AltaCima 4090 line may also see a portion aged in French oak barrels, which can add subtle layers of complexity. The vineyard's location in the Lontué Valley, with its significant diurnal temperature shifts, plays a key role in the development of the grapes, influencing the final wine's balance.
