Ruca Malen
Yauquén Chardonnay 2009
- 100% Chardonnay
Alcohol:
13.5%“Yauquen” is a word from the Mapuche language that means “to share a drink with a friend”. Yauquen is the value line of wines made by Ruca Malen.
Vineyards:
Planted in 2000, the vineyard sits at an altitude of 1100 meters above sea level in the Uco Valley. The soil is sandy and sandy loam with good drainage and very low in organic matter. Vines are cultivated using vertical trellising and drip irrigation systems rendering an average yield of 11 tons/hectare.
Technical Data:
- pH: 3.35
- Acidity: 6.00 grams/liter
Winemaking:
Hand-harvested in late February, whole bunches of grapes are pneumatically pressed. The juice is decanted for 24 hours at 10ºC. After the inoculation of selected yeasts in the tanks, fermentation took place at a controlled temperature of 15-17ºC over 10-15 days in stainless steel tanks. Clarified, then bottled, the wine is cellared for a minimum of 2 months before it is released.
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, it expresses floral notes and aromas of pears and pineapple. It is fresh and sweet, with a very well-balanced acidity. The finish is persistent and aromatic.
Food Pairings:
Accompanies pasta dishes with creamy sauces and seafood perfectly.
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Shelf Talker
Shelf Talker
Wine Enthusiast - 87 pts. - Best Buy
Wine Enthusiast
Forward in style, with lightly toasty, creamy aromas that acent baseline apple and tropical fruit scents. The palate cruises at a good pace, with citrusy apple, lemon and green pear flavors. Long, lingering and a little loud on the finish, with more than ample power and zest. BEST BUY
