COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
País
PRODUCER
Bouchon Winery
REGION
Maule Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Bouchon Pais Salvaje 2021 is a red wine from Chile's Maule Valley, crafted from 100% País grapes. The vines, averaging 121-123 years old, are cultivated organically and dry-farmed, growing wild amongst trees at an elevation of 630 feet. This unique viticultural setting necessitates a harvest performed by ladder. Bouchon Winery, a family-run estate with a legacy dating back to the late 19th century, is dedicated to preserving the historical viticultural heritage of the Maule Valley through meticulous soil research and traditional winemaking practices. The Pais Salvaje embodies this philosophy, showcasing the untamed nature of the grape and its origin.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines are over 120 years old.
Fact 02
Harvested by ladder from trees.
Fact 03
100% organic and dry-farmed.
Fact 04
Uses a traditional 'zaranda' for destemming.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Bouchon Pais Salvaje 2021 is produced using traditional and natural winemaking techniques. The grapes are naturally fermented with native yeasts, and 30% of the wine undergoes carbonic maceration. A 'zaranda,' a traditional destemming structure made of sticks, is used. The wine is intentionally left unfiltered and unfined to maintain its integrity. Crucially, no oak is used in the winemaking process, ensuring the pure expression of the País grape and its terroir. The winery employs 100% organic and 100% dry-farmed viticulture, adhering to certified sustainable farming practices.
