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Origen Gran Reserva Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay; 70% Clone 4 - 30% Clone 5.
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.
TASTING NOTE
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
15 to 16°C
Technical Data
General and Technical Information
- Appellation of Origin: San Antonio Valley
- 100% Chardonnay; 70% Clone 4 - 30% Clone 5.
- Alcoholic content: 14% vol.
- Total acidity: 4,46 g/l.
- pH: 3.1
- Residual sugar: 1.81 g/l.
Terroir (Vineyard)
- Soil:
- Climate:
Winemaking Process
- Harvest:
- Fermentation:
- Aging (Crianza): 7-8 months in French barrels, with 2 months of lees stirring. Malolactic fermentation 25%.
