Albamar
Casablanca, Chile
An estate vineyard with a microclimate chilled by Antarctic waters
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Albamar
Sauvignon Blanc
This wine combines grapes from the warmer Central Valley and an estate vineyard in Chile’s preeminent cool climate growing area, Casablanca Valley. Here, intensely cold Pacific waters, ushered in from the Antarctic by the Humboldt Current, create a unique microclimate. Cool, foggy nights and clear, cloudless days are typical during the growing season, producing ripely matured grapes that retain natural acidity. The wine’s fruity aromas are reminiscent of Casablanca’s foggy sunrise (“alba”) and the cooling breezes of the ocean (“mar”) that gently sweep the vines with dry, clean air. The estate vineyard lies in a flat valley cradled by hills and reminiscent of parts of the Mediterranean. Served by drip irrigation, its 130 planted hectares are adjacent to the winery, which allows for grapes to be picked in the cool mornings and ready for processing minutes after the harvest. Albamar Sauv ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Albamar
Sauvignon Blanc
This wine combines grapes from the warmer Central Valley and an estate vineyard in Chile’s preeminent cool climate growing area, Casablanca Valley. Here, intensely cold Pacific waters, ushered in from the Antarctic by the Humboldt Current, create a unique microclimate. Cool, foggy nights and clear, cloudless days are typical during the growing season, producing ripely matured grapes that retain natural acidity. The wine’s fruity aromas are reminiscent of Casablanca’s foggy sunrise (“alba”) and the cooling breezes of the ocean (“mar”) that gently sweep the vines with dry, clean air. The estate vineyard lies in a flat valley cradled by hills and reminiscent of parts of the Mediterranean. Served by drip irrigation, its 130 planted hectares are adjacent to the winery, which allows for grapes to be picked in the cool mornings and ready for processing minutes after the harvest. Albamar Sauv ...
WINE REGION:
Casablanca
Of all the wine regions in all the countries in all the world, Chile's Casablanca Valley has carved out a reputation for producing some of the finest white wines on the continent. Lying northwest of Santiago and just 18 miles from the Pacific coast, the region remains consistently cool throughout its long, sunny growing season. This helps create ideal conditions for Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc to develop their fresh aromatics and crisp, elegant complexities without becoming too lush. Indeed, Casablanca's Mediterranean-like conditions provide a marvelous setting for Riesling, Viognier and Gewürztraminer as well, making exceptional varietal wines with an Old World character.
WINE REGION
Casablanca
Of all the wine regions in all the countries in all the world, Chile's Casablanca Valley has carved out a reputation for producing some of the finest white wines on the continent. Lying northwest of Santiago and just 18 miles from the Pacific coast, the region remains consistently cool throughout its long, sunny growing season. This helps create ideal conditions for Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc to develop their fresh aromatics and crisp, elegant complexities without becoming too lush. Indeed, Casablanca's Mediterranean-like conditions provide a marvelous setting for Riesling, Viognier and Gewürztraminer as well, making exceptional varietal wines with an Old World character.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Shellfish, Smoked Salmon, Glazed Ham, Vegetable/Vegetarian
Pairs well with…
Shellfish, Smoked Salmon, Glazed Ham, Vegetable/Vegetarian
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Shellfish, Smoked Salmon, Glazed Ham, Vegetable/Vegetarian
Pairs well with…
Shellfish, Smoked Salmon, Glazed Ham, Vegetable/Vegetarian