PUKAO VARIETAL
CHARDONNAY WHITE WINE


Región: Curicó Valley
Alcohol: 13,5%
Suelo: Loam clay
Acidez total: 5 g/L
Azúcar residual: 2 g/L


Clima

Mediterranean climate characterized by large day/night temperature differences as a result of the proximity with the Pacific Ocean (80 Km) and the Andes Mountains (60 Km). Unlike the neighboring areas Our Winery receives a fair amount of wind coming from the south during the summer afternoons. This helps keep the temperature from rising too much during the summer months. Annual precipitation is of 600mm concentrated during the winter months.


Suelo

This Chardonnay is made starting with grapes from parcels in the northern sector, characterized by deep, loam-clay soil.


Viticultura

Age of vines: 15 years
Vine management system: Canopy
Density: 1,660 plantctare (670 plants/acre)
Yield: 12 tons/hectare (4.8 metric tons/acre)
Harvest method: Hand picking, with double selection in vineyard, in the first half of March.


Vinificación

Fermentation: Starts with active dry yeast (Bayanus); temperature 17-18 degrees Celsius (62-64 Fahrenheit), with aeration at the finish of fermentation.
Aging: Wine conserved on its lees in stainless steel vats for 2-3 months before bottling.


Nota de cata

Appearance: Straw color with gold highlights.
Nose: Intense nose of pear, pineapple and acacia flowers.
In mouth: Mouth entry fresh; medium bodied, with outstanding notes of exotic fruit in the finish.