Cordillera Chardonnay 2019 - Miguel Torres Chile

The grapes for Miguel Torres Chile's fragrant Cordillera Chardonnay, pure vine variety, comes from the Valle de Limari in Coquimbo.

In the glass, this wine shimmers in a bright straw yellow with fine golden highlights. The bouquet offers a wonderful variety of aromas. Fresh grapefruit is presented together with white currants and juicy vineyard peaches - accompanied by fruit blossoms and an elegant, fine hint of roasted hazelnuts. On the palate this Chilean white wine presents a juicy, full-bodied body with a melty-creamy texture. Also the aromas of the nose are wonderfully present and balance perfectly with the lively acidity. The long finish is accompanied by fruity notes of stone fruit and citrus.

Vinification of Torres Cordillera Chardonnay

The harvest of the Chardonnay grapes for this white wine takes place at the end of February. The grapes are immediately transferred to the cellar where they are gently pressed. The fermentation and ageing of this white wine takes place both in stainless steel tanks and in wooden barrels. 54% of this white wine is aged in French oak barrels and 46% in stainless steel tanks. The oak wood gives this wine its harmonious balance - the stainless steel tank the fresh grape variety fruit. This wine does without biological acid degradation - the wine matures on the fine yeast.

Food recommendation for Chardonnay Miguel Torres Chile Cordillera

Enjoy this dry white wine from Chile with smoked trout or salmon, fresh seafood in creamy sauces or baked fish.