Chardonnay
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Creamy mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, grilled sea bass
✨ Technical Specifications
The story of Morandé's Chardonnay is deeply intertwined with the pioneering spirit of founder Pablo Morandé, who in the 1980s famously defied traditional Chilean wine wisdom by planting vines in the cool, coastal zones of the region. This Chardonnay captures the essence of these cool-climate terroirs, where morning fogs and chilly Pacific breezes slow the ripening process. This unique climate allows the grapes to retain a vibrant, crisp acidity while developing complex layers of citrus, white peach, and subtle tropical fruit. Utilizing a thoughtful combination of stainless steel tanks, concrete eggs, and traditional oak aging, the winemaking team crafts a Chardonnay that beautifully balances bright minerality with a rich, textured palate.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1996 by visionary winemaker Pablo Morandé—widely recognized for pioneering cool-climate viticulture in the Casablanca Valley—Viña Morandé stands among Chile's most inventive and respected wine producers. Operating across premier terroirs spanning the Casablanca, Maipo, Cachapoal, and Maule valleys, the estate blends traditional craftsmanship with relentless innovation, utilizing unconventional aging vessels such as concrete eggs, ceramic amphorae, and large French oak foudres. The winery produces a comprehensive spectrum of red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines, highlighted by the benchmark Gran Reserva series, terroir-driven Terrarum range, and the flagship Bordeaux-style blend, House of Morandé. Guided by a philosophy of authentic terroir expression and stylistic daring, Morandé consistently showcases the dynamic potential and regional diversity of contemporary Chilean viticulture.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Chardonnay
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13-14%