Te Pasáis 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Chile

Te Pasáis 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Curico Valley, Chile

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Te Pasáis 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Curico Valley, Chile

Vintage The 2023 growing season was a roller coaster for Chilean vineyards, as frost, extreme heat and summer storms took turns testing local winemakers’ resilience and adaptability. In the Curicó Valley, conditions were hot and dry. Rocky loam soils retained warmth from the sun, enhancing Sauvignon Blanc’s ripe fruit characteristics. These 30-year-old vines aren’t afraid of drought, with deep, well-established root systems to access water and nutrients. The result is a wine that flaunts both flavor and freshness.

Region Chile’s stunning Curicó Valley offers a unique combination of climate and geography, perfect for Sauvignon Blanc. This French grape flourishes throughout the region due to its temperate weather, long summers and cool Pacific breezes. These conditions allow for a slow and steady ripening process, coupled with diverse, well-draining soils, creating wines with vibrant acidity and complex flavors.

Tasting notes Our Sauvignon Blanc evolves as you enjoy it, opening with each sip. The nose leads with honeysuckle and passionflower aromas that pull you into the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a subtle softness created by the influence of French oak. Pear and guava join hints of creamed honey and vanilla notes before the wine’s bright natural acidity and minerality lead you to a refreshing finish.

Aromas and flavors honeysuckle, passionflower, pear, guava, honey, vanilla

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Pairing logic This Sauvignon Blanc’s fresh fruit notes, oak-driven characteristics, and lively acidity make it an excellent culinary companion. Juicy white meat and fish will emphasize the wine’s body and fruit, especially with salty seasonings and marinades. Its crisp acidity and minerality will slice through creamy sauces or oils from fried foods, creating a refreshing sensation on the palate. Vegetarian dishes are also an excellent option, particularly those with tangy marinades or caramelized elements that play into the wine’s vanilla and honey notes.

Menu suggestions • Citrus honey-glazed vegetables • Vegetable tempura with soy sauce • Caramelized pear and blue cheese salad • Baked Mahi-Mahi with garlic-herb butter • Fried lemon pepper shrimp • Sweet and tangy chicken wings

Serving instructions Temperature: Chilled (45–50°F)

Glassware: Standard white wine glass

Winemaking These Sauvignon Blanc grapes are harvested by hand, meaning crews can inspect for quality as they go, leading to less sorting needed at the winery. Fermentation occurs at cool temperatures in stainless steel tanks to preserve natural aromatics. After fermentation, the wine is stirred to allow its naturally occurring sediment, “lees,” to add satisfying softness and fullness to the mouthfeel before it is filtered and bottled.

Spotlight Cellar • Fermenting wine at cool temperatures preserves fruit-forward varietal flavors.

• “Lees stirring” enhances a wine’s texture by adding plushness.

Vineyard • Moderate drought-like conditions increase flavor concentration.

• Well-drained soils make vines form deep roots, improving drought resistance.

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