Gewurztraminer
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years from vintage release to fully appreciate its fresh, vibrant aromatics.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Spicy Thai green curry, classic Munster cheese, or roasted pork with apple sauce.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the cool-climate pockets of Chile's Aconcagua region, this Gewürztraminer is a testament to Viña Morandé's pioneering spirit. When founder Pablo Morandé first championed cool-climate viticulture in these coastal-influenced valleys, he opened the door for aromatic Alsatian varieties to thrive in South America. Benefiting from the intense morning fogs and cooling breezes of the Pacific Ocean, the grapes undergo a slow, even ripening process that preserves their natural acidity while developing intense aromatic complexity. The resulting wine is a vibrant expression of terroir, showcasing classic notes of lychee, orange blossom, and exotic sweet spices, backed by a mineral undertone derived from the region's diverse clay and granitic soils.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1996 by pioneering winemaker Pablo Morandé, Viña Morandé is a trailblazing Chilean winery renowned for its innovative spirit and commitment to expressing the country's diverse terroirs. Headquartered in Pelequén within the O'Higgins Region, the estate is celebrated for Morandé's historic role in introducing cool-climate viticulture to the Casablanca Valley. The winery employs a forward-thinking production philosophy, utilizing traditional large oak foudres, concrete eggs, and clay amphorae to craft highly expressive, minimal-intervention wines. Their acclaimed portfolio spans from the iconic, estate-grown Bordeaux-style blend House of Morandé to the terroir-driven Gran Reserva and Terrarum lines, showcasing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, and Sauvignon Blanc. The official estate is located at Ruta 5 Sur, Km 122, Pelequén, Malloa, O'Higgins, Chile, and more information can be found at https://www.morande.cl.