Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
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Blue cheese, fruit tarts, foie gras
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Hailing from the cool-climate zones of Chile's Aconcagua region, particularly the Casablanca Valley pioneered by founder Pablo Morandé, this Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc is a testament to the estate's innovative spirit. The grapes are left on the vine to undergo a natural concentration process, often influenced by the morning coastal fogs that roll in from the Pacific Ocean, encouraging noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). This slow ripening preserves the grape's naturally high acidity while developing luscious sugars. Fermented and partially aged in French oak barrels, the resulting wine beautifully balances rich, honeyed tropical fruit notes with a bright, clean spine of acidity, showcasing a golden hue and a complex, lingering finish.
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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.