COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Viña Morandé
REGION
Casablanca Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Morandé Estate Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is a 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the D.O. Casablanca Valley in Chile. Viña Morandé, founded in 1996, has a history of pioneering viticulture in this region, with its founder planting the valley's first Sauvignon Blanc vines in 1982. The grapes are sourced from the Lo Ovalle sector, about 30 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean, grown in granitic clay soils with high-density planting. This cool-climate region, influenced by the Humboldt Current and morning fog, is recognized for producing balanced and elegant wines. The 2023 vintage is characterized by tension, energy, and intense aromatics.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Casablanca Valley's first Sauvignon Blanc vines were planted by Morandé's founder.
Fact 02
Vineyards are planted at high densities, up to 10,000 vines per hectare.
Fact 03
The wine is vegan-friendly.
Fact 04
The 2021 Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc was named Chile's Best Sauvignon Blanc by Decanter.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Morandé Estate Reserve Sauvignon Blanc begins with pneumatic pressing of the grapes at low temperatures. Fermentation is carried out with selected yeasts in stainless steel tanks at 10-12°C. Some production methods include fermentation in French oak foudres (80%) and cement eggs (20%). A portion of the grapes (30%) undergoes a 6-hour maceration before pressing. The wine is subsequently aged on fine lees for approximately six months to maintain freshness and develop character.
