Chardonnay `Reserve` Tres Palacios 2016

Country
Chile
Producer
Vina Tres Palacios
Grape(s)
Chardonnay (100%)
Type
White
Style
Crisp
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
14%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Producer

Vina Tres Palacios is a family-run wine cellar established in 1996 by the Palacios family. The winery and vineyards are situated in a beautiful sub valley called Cholqui which means `birds head` in the native language. This special location sits 250 metres above sea level and stands exposed to cool breezes that come off the Pacific Ocean. Patricio Palacios pioneered the planting of vineyards in this location striving to make Chilean varietal wines which reflect the uniqueness of its terroir and place, his lifetime ambition.
Tasting Notes
The fruit for this Chardonnay comes from a vineyard planted in the Cholqui Valley. The soils are gravely and mineral, and this, accompanied by the cool maritime climate of the valley allows grapes to be produced with great aromatic expression and abundant freshness. A beautiful golden yellow colour, the nose is filled with ripe tropical fruits such as mango, pineapple and papaya. On the palate the wine is fresh and fruity with a good balance of citrus, tropical and mineral notes. The wine is well rounded yet with good acidity and long length on the finish.
Food
Ideal as an aperitif, perfect with salmon, white meats or oriental food.