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White Wine

2012 Maule Valley Chardonnay

The Balduzzi White Wine, a delightful Chardonnay from the picturesque Maule Valley, exudes a bright and inviting character. This vintage 2012 radiates a lovely pale yellow hue, hinting at its refreshing profile. With a medium body, it showcases a perfect balance of creaminess and crispness that envelops the palate in a truly enjoyable experience. The acidity is vibrantly pronounced, bringing a mouthwatering lift that enhances its fruity notes. On the nose, expect enchanting aromas of ripe stone fruits, like peach and pear, mingled with subtle hints of citrus. The wine’s dryness complements its flavor profile effortlessly, making it an excellent choice for a variety of occasions, whether paired with light seafood dishes or simply enjoyed on its own. The Balduzzi White Wine is a charming representation of Chardonnay that captures the essence of the Maule Valley’s terroir.

Tasting notes:


Butter, Peach, Vanilla

Butter

Butter

Peach

Peach

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Color Intensity Color Intensity 1

Low High

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Body Light

Very Light Full

Tannin Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Ceviche, Poached Fish, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Maule Valley
Maule Valley

When it comes to well-balanced reds of great value, Chile's Maule Valley is hard to beat. The southernmost part of Chile's Central Valley, Maule is a large sub-region with many microclimates and soil types. The Maule River and the nearby Pacific Ocean both greatly influence its climate. Maule was one of the first places in Chile planted with grapevines. It is famed today for its 100-year-old Carignan vines and the densely sumptuous wines they produce. More typical, however, are its powerful Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy aromatic Carménère and plush Merlot reds. For whites, check out Maule's cheery Sauvignon Blanc and rounded Chardonnay. Chile’s Denominación de Origen (DO) classification system focuses on separating wines by the physical location of origin. To use the DO classification on a label, a producer must have pulled 85 percent of the fruit used in a wine from a defined regional location. The DO system names wine regions in the country from north to south.

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