Exotic, lush Viognier from cool climate Casablanca
A classic nose of apricots. Honey and white peach on the palate and a generous finish. True to type for the varietal, with added freshness.
Emiliana is one of Chile's most exciting producers and pioneers in organic and biodynamic winemaking. Since 1998, this Chilean winery has been producing award-winning wines from almost 1,000 hectares of vineyards in prime sites including Casablanca, Maipo, Cachapoal, Colchagua and Bio Bio. Its spectacular biodynamic vineyard and winery at Los Robles is a model that attracts visiting viticulturalists and winemakers from across the world. Emiliana's innovative and natural-leaning wines are made with great care and attention and the results are always inspiring.
Soils are made up of decomposed granite originating from the Coastal Mountain Range. The grapes are harvested during the night to take advantage of the lower temperatures.
The grapes undergo a subtle pressing to preserve the attributes of the fruit. After decanting, the must was racked into stainless steel tanks, barrels, and foudres where the alcoholic fermentation takes place. Once fermentation is finished, the wine stays in touch with its fine lees, with periodic stirrings. The wine is aged for 8 months, 52% in French oak barrels (7% first use, 10% second use, 35% third use or older), 20% in French oak foudres, and 28% in stainless steel.
Ideal with cream-based dishes, grilled salmon, or fried swordfish with vegetables.