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Wine Description
The Story
Variety: 85% Pais, 15% Muscat
Origin: DO Maule – 100-year old vineyards of bush-trained vines in the dry coastal area of the Maule Valley.
Soil: Red clay of granitic origin.
Fermentation: The must first underwent a cold maceration for a period of between 7 days. The fermentation took place slowly at a constant low temperature of 22⁰C to 26⁰C to enable the maximum varietal aromas to be drawn out by the yeast activity.
Ageing: After fermentation, the wine was racked to third- and fourth-use French oak barrels for 8 months.
Ageing potential: This wine can be stored for 5 to 6 years in optimum conditions.
Tasting notes: This wine is ruby-coloured with violet hues at the rim. The nose reveals white flowers and soft notes of cherries and strawberries. In the mouth, this wine is well-rounded, soft and easy to drink. With balanced acidity, it is pleasantly persistent with agreeable tannins.
Serving suggestion: Best served at between 14⁰C and 15⁰C. This wine pairs well with white meat, such as duck, rabbit, pasta dishes and cheese.