Friends Julio and David decided to join forces in 2012. Julio is a French wine pioneer who moved to Chile in 1887, where he developed his passion for wine. David owns one of South Africa's most prestigious wineries, Cederberg. Together, they strive to produce wines with freshness, personality, and diversity. They combine grapes and terroir that beautifully express each vineyard. The vineyards for this Chenin Blanc are located in the Maule Valley south of Santiago. Here, the grapes enjoy a beautiful climate, resulting in perfectly ripe grapes.
The grapes are harvested by hand early in the morning. Some of the grapes are naturally fermented on their skins in clay pots known as amphora. The wine remains on the skins in the amphora for a month. The remaining grapes are fermented as clean juice in stainless steel tanks and later blended with amphora wine. Finally, the wine remains on the lees for another four months.
A uniquely characterful Chenin Blanc. The aroma reveals distinct yellow apple, marmalade, and marzipan, complemented by notes of honey. The fruity flavors are clearly evident on the palate, with citrus aromas. The wine has a pleasantly fresh finish. A delicious wine to pair with white meat and vegetable dishes.
