Cordillera Sauvignon Blanc
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Best enjoyed young and vibrant, typically within 1–3 years of the vintage release.
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Fresh ceviche, goat cheese salad, grilled sea bass
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Part of Miguel Torres Chile's 'Cordillera' collection, which seeks to express the distinct personality of Chile's finest valley terroirs, this Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from the cool, semi-arid Elqui Valley within the Coquimbo region. Here, the vineyards are dramatically influenced by the cold Humboldt Current of the Pacific Ocean and the proximity of the Andes Mountains. This unique geography creates a microclimate characterized by morning mists, intense solar radiation, and cool evening breezes. The resulting slow ripening process allows the grapes to develop an intense aromatic profile of citrus, green chili, and passion fruit, underpinned by a distinct saline minerality and crisp acidity that reflects the stony, calcium-rich soils of the valley.
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Founded in 1870 by Jaime and Miguel Torres Vendrell in Vilafranca del Penedès, Catalonia, Familia Torres is one of Spain's most historic and influential wine dynasties. Under the pioneering leadership of fourth-generation patriarch Miguel A. Torres, the family revolutionized Spanish winemaking by introducing stainless steel fermentation and international varieties, while also expanding globally to Chile in 1979 with Miguel Torres Chile. Today, the estate is celebrated for its commitment to regenerative viticulture, climate change mitigation, and the recovery of ancestral grape varieties. Their diverse portfolio spans iconic Catalan labels like Gran Coronas to acclaimed Chilean expressions like Manso Velasco and the Santa Digna range, showcasing a masterful blend of traditional heritage and modern innovation.