# Cono Sur Single Vineyard Chardonnay (2022)

- **Producer:** Viña Cono Sur
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Casablanca Valley, Chile
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €19
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, peach, apple, lemon, butter, vanilla, cream, cloves

## About this wine

The Cono Sur Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 is a testament to its origin. Sourced from the 'Quebrada Alta' vineyard in Chile's Casablanca Valley, this wine is uniquely shaped by its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, approximately 7 kilometers away. This coastal influence, amplified by the cooling effect of the Humboldt Current and its associated morning fog, plays a crucial role in the wine's development. Viña Cono Sur, founded in 1993, is dedicated to producing expressive and innovative wines, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and pioneering practices, such as their early adoption of screwcaps for aromatic white wines.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are just 7km from the Pacific Ocean.
- Benefiting from the Humboldt Current's cooling fog.
- Pioneers in using screwcaps for Chilean white wines.
- Sourced from the specific 'Quebrada Alta' vineyard.

## Food pairing

The wine's crisp acidity cuts through the richness of seafood and poultry, while its minerality complements delicate flavors. Creamy sauces are balanced by the wine's freshness, and citrus notes in both the wine and food create harmonious bridges.

## Wine making process

The Cono Sur Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 is crafted using a combination of stainless steel and French oak. Eighty percent of the wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel for six months, preserving its vibrant fruit profile. The remaining 20% experiences fermentation and aging in French oak barrels for the same duration, contributing subtle complexity. Some of the wine also benefits from lees contact in cement eggs, adding another layer of texture. The grapes are hand-harvested to ensure quality. Viña Cono Sur is known for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovative approaches in winemaking, including their early adoption of screwcaps for aromatic white wines.