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2017 Sauvignon Blanc

La Arauca

Chile, Chile

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A modern, award-winning take on a classic grape

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About This Wine


La Arauca

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc got its name from the French word “Sauvage,” which means wild. It grew wild everywhere in the country from Bordeaux to the Loire Valley and was a hit in Parisian bistros. Slowly the grape has made its way all over the world. Known for being “grassy” and having a high, zesty acidity the wine is perfectly refreshing. The La Arauca is a fantastic modern take on this old world grape. It doesn’t hide behind oak and is a crisp counterpoint to other buttery white wines. It has some beautiful mineral notes and a brightness that can’t be hidden. Our experts are loving it with fresh foods, and have been pairing it with all types of fresh fish dishes. Judges are loving it too! It was sent home from the 2018 Critics Challenge with a Silver Medal!

La Arauca 2017 Sauvignon Blanc Chile

Wine Region


Chile

In recent years, Chile has increasingly produced incredible wines of exceptional value. With a setting influenced by the Andes Mountains, the Pacific Ocean, the Atacama Desert and even Antarctica, Chile is a diverse land with rocky foothills, lush valley floors and cool coastal zones. Chile gained international renown for its New World take on classic Bordeaux varieties. Interestingly, it's an obscure red Bordeaux variety—Carménère—that has become Chile's signature grape. But other Old World varieties do equally well in Chile; Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay have all become mainstays of Chilean wine, exhibiting impressive levels of quality and balance in the country's distinct terroirs.

Flavor Profile


Pairs well with… Salad, Grilled Octopus, Grilled Vegetables

Body 3 Acidity 4Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 3Tannin 1

Tasting Notes


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A fantastic mix of new and old world styles this Sauvignon Blanc has fruit forward stylings with subtle accents that keep it balanced and refreshing. The crisp, balanced nature of this Sauvignon Blanc will show this up and coming region's terroir excellently.

Awards


La Arauca 2017 Sauvignon Blanc Chile: Sauvignon Blanc

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1 TOTAL AWARDS

  • Silver Medal, 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
La Arauca 2017 Sauvignon Blanc Chile