Caliterra

Winemaker Comment

Caliterra Tributo Leyda Sauvignon Blanc 2009 has a very pale yellow colour and greenish highlights on the edge. Soft aromas of green asparagus, lemon and tangerines, complemented with mineral notes feel fantastic on the palate. A perfect ending makes freshness and elegance last for a long time.

Vintage Note

As usual this variety offers us a special challenge during harvest. This year was no different, even though 2009 was cooler than 2008, harvest took place by the end of February, one week before time. Although the temperature data indicates that the season was cooler at Leyda, the sun was very hot compared with other seasons, making ripeness quicken. This good summer weather was managed correctly through foliage and irrigation in order to protect the grapes from the sun rays and preserve the aromas and flavours of this delicate variety.

Fermentation and Aging

This year the grapes were harvested one week before the date of harvest 2008 and in two opportunities, with one week difference. The concept was to count with a higher aroma spectrum in order to play with at the moment of making the final blend. The first lot reaffirms the citric and herb aromas, the second lot contributes with fruit notes such as green apples and nectarines, characteristic from mild zones. The fruit was harvested very early in the morning and transported to the winery where the must was protected from oxidation using low temperatures.