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Reserva Encinos

2012 Maule Valley Chardonnay

The Santa Luz Reserva Encinos is a delightful Chardonnay hailing from the picturesque Maule Valley. This captivating white wine presents a luminous golden hue, enticing the senses with its charming complexity. The body is medium, creating a beautifully balanced mouthfeel that is both refreshing and satisfying. Its acidity is bright and lively, adding a mouthwatering quality that enhances the wine's character. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing notes of crisp apple and luscious pear, intertwined with subtle hints of tropical fruits. This Chardonnay is perfectly dry, making it a wonderful companion for a variety of dishes, from seafood to creamy pasta. Santa Luz Reserva Encinos truly reflects the exquisite terroir of the Maule Valley, creating an enjoyable experience with every sip.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

White Peach

White Peach

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Shrimp, Fresh Garden Salad, Lemon Herb Chicken

Region:


Valle Central
Valle Central

The expansive, warm flatlands of Chile's Valle Central are home to most of the country's vineyards. This long stretch of land from Santiago to Itata Valley is divided into four sub-regions, each with its own climate and reputation. There is Maipo Valley with its minty Cabernet Sauvignon, Rapel Valley with its spicy Carménère and the Curicó and Maule Valleys, famous for concentrated Carignan made from old vines. Throughout the valley—which is prized for its rich, volcanic soils—the hot days and cool nights result in ripe, well-balanced grapes. Some of the most common Valle Central wines are fruit-forward reds made from plummy Merlot and pear-flavored whites crafted from Chardonnay.

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