Tasting note
Fresh aromas of ripe citrus and stone fruits are combined with mineral salty note.
Viticulture
De Martino, pioneers of Chilean wine, led by revered winemaker Marcel Retamal, reshaped the scene in 2011. They embraced indigenous yeasts, earlier harvest, and minimal oak. Voted 'winery of the year,' they craft diverse wines from unique terroirs and varietals, including the homage Viejas Tinajas from old vines in Itata, reflecting ancestral methods.
Vinification
Grapes are destemmed and lightly pressed to avoidextraction of bitter phenolics. Juice is then left to settle then racked to used French oak barrels. Ambient yeast fermentation at 18-22°C. Partial malolactic (30%). Aged 12 months in used French oak.
Food Match
Lovely with fresh fish and seafood, summer salads and cheeses.