# Gato Negro Sauvignon Blanc (2023)

- **Producer:** Viña San Pedro
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sauvignon Blanc
- **Region:** Central Valley, Chile
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €6
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** gooseberry, grapefruit, grass, lemon

## About this wine

The Gato Negro Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine from Chile's Central Valley, produced by Viña San Pedro. The 'Gato Negro' brand is recognized for its accessible wines. The Central Valley's climate is conducive to growing aromatic white grapes. The 2023 vintage has received awards, including a Silver Medal at the 2024 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles.

## Interesting facts

- Gato Negro means 'Black Cat' in Spanish.
- This wine has received multiple awards across different vintages.
- It's a widely available wine, making it easy to find.

## Food pairing

The wine's crisp acidity cuts through richer elements like creamy sauces or fatty fish, while its fruit-forward character complements lighter seafood and vegetable dishes. Herbal notes in the food can echo the wine's own aromatic profile.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Gato Negro Sauvignon Blanc involves harvesting grapes at a specific sugar level to maintain natural characteristics. A cold maceration period is followed by decanting at low temperatures. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks below 14°C for 15-20 days to enhance citrus aromas and fruit intensity. The wine is then clarified, cold-stabilized, and filtered before bottling. Aging is also conducted in stainless steel tanks.