COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Bodegas Salentein
REGION
Mendoza
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Portillo Sauvignon Blanc 2021 originates from Bodegas Salentein, a pioneering winery in Argentina's Uco Valley, Mendoza. Established in 1997, the estate is situated at high altitudes, around 1,100 meters, benefiting from a cool climate and significant diurnal temperature shifts. Bodegas Salentein employs a gravity-flow winemaking system, designed to preserve the integrity of the fruit. The Portillo Sauvignon Blanc is characterized by its freshness and aromatic profile, a direct result of its high-altitude terroir and careful winemaking.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are located at over 1,100 meters (3,600 feet) elevation.
Fact 02
Bodegas Salentein uses a gravity-flow system to minimize fruit handling.
Fact 03
The winery is a pioneer in the Uco Valley, established in 1997.
Fact 04
This wine is vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Portillo Sauvignon Blanc 2021 is produced using 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes from Mendoza's Uco Valley. Bodegas Salentein utilizes a gravity-flow system, a technique designed to minimize fruit handling and preserve grape integrity. Fermentation occurs at cool temperatures to maintain aromatic freshness. The wine is typically bottled with a screw cap, suggesting an emphasis on early drinking and vibrant fruit expression. Sustainable farming practices are also a component of the winery's approach.
