Terrarum Gewurztraminer Reserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Spicy Thai curry, sweet and sour pork, Munster cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the cool-climate zones of the Aconcagua region, Morandé's Terrarum Gewurztraminer Reserva is a testament to the winery's pioneering exploration of Chile's coastal terroirs. Influenced by the chilly breezes of the Pacific Ocean and morning fog, the grapes undergo a slow ripening process that locks in their signature aromatic complexity. This wine is crafted to highlight the expressive, exotic nature of the variety, utilizing gentle pressing and temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to preserve its vibrant fruit character. Historically, Morandé was among the first to prove that Chile's cool coastal valleys could produce world-class aromatic whites, breaking away from traditional warm-valley viticulture.
🍾 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
Gewürztraminer
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13% - 13.5%