Origen Gran Reserva Chardonnay

This Origen Chardonnay is a wine with a strong coastal identity, originating from the San Antonio Valley, just 5 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean. Its terroir is distinctive, with clay soils over a base of calcareous soil at depth, which imparts a very characteristic saline and mineral note.

After a manual harvest at the end of March, vinification is an exercise in balance: 40% of the wine is fermented in French oak barrels of various uses, while 60% is fermented in stainless steel. Aging for 7 to 8 months in barrels, with battonage of the lees and partial malolactic fermentation (25%) builds a wine of great texture and complexity.

Golden yellow in color with greenish tones, the nose offers aromas of citrus, white flowers and pear, along with a complex mineral note. On opening, it reveals layers of nutty, honey and dried fruit. The palate is fresh and full-bodied, with a smooth character and a long, lingering finish. Best served at 10°C with fried conger eel with Chilean-style salad or a creamy crab cake.