VINEYARDS

VARIETY
Sauvignon Blanc

DENOMINATION OF ORIGIN
Casablanca Valley

SOIL
Sandy clay. 2m. deep.

HARVEST
Casablanca valley experienced moderate to high temperatures in 2017, with grapes achieving full ripeness by the time harvest began at the beginning of March. This year’s Sauvignons show more of a citrus and tropical aromatic profile. The harvest took place between the 6th and 17th March, at the point where the grapes had reached their optimum aromatic potential. Bunches were picked at night and immediately transported to the winery in order to preserve the quality and character of this variety.

VINIFICATION

FERMENTATION
The must was protected against oxygen throughout the fermentation process. We carried out a cold maceration prior to fermentation between 12 to 14 hours for increased skin contact. Slow fermentation with permanent temperature control between 12˚C and 15˚C to extract the characteristic fruit and mineral aromas of this variety.

AGEING
The wine remained in contact with the lees for three months after fermentation, with slow battonage to maximise lees contact thus attaining greater body and complexity. In order to intensify the fruit character typical of this variety the wine was not aged in oak.

TECHNICAL DATA 
Alcohol: 12,5% ABV; pH: 3.30; Tartaric Acid: 6.2 g/L; Residual Sugar: 3,5 g/L

AGEING POTENTIAL  
Up to four years in appropriate cellaring conditions.

TASTING NOTES

COLOUR 
Pale green.

NOSE 
Complex and elegant, with a mix of citrus and tropical fruit aromas such as lime, grapefruit, pineapple and pear, complemented by gentle notes of minerals and herbs.

PALATE 
Elegant with vibrant acidity, retaining the freshness typical of the variety. Citrus notes show again leading to a mineral finish which adds complexity to the wine.

PAIRINGS​
We recommend serving between 8˚C and 10˚C. Ideal as an aperitif or with salads, seafood, ceviche and fish.