Cousiño-Macul Classic Chardonnay

Cousiño-Macul Classic Chardonnay

Characterized by healthy fruit with excellent flavor and maturity, the harvest began in early March and grapes were hand selected before being crushed. The must was fermented in stainless steel tanks at 55°F for a period of 30 days. To add complexity, two different varieties of yeast were used that work slowly in cool conditions to bring out different fruit characteristics. In order to retain the fresh fruit flavors, the wine did not undergo malolactic fermentation.

Tasting Notes

Light golden in color with bright steely notes, this Chardonnay has very delicate and elegant floral bouquet. Aromas of pineapple and apple open to a full-bodied and ripe palate that is bright, firm and rich with a long, smooth finish.

Food Pairing

This wine is a great companion for seafood, sautéed prawns, garlic butter clams and sushi. It also pairs well with green salads and rich cheeses like triple-cream brie.

Characterized by healthy fruit with excellent flavor and maturity, the harvest began in early March and grapes were hand selected before being crushed. The must was fermented in stainless steel tanks at 55°F for a period of 30 days. To add complexity, two different varieties of yeast were used that work slowly in cool conditions to bring out different fruit characteristics. In order to retain the fresh fruit flavors, the wine did not undergo malolactic fermentation.

Tasting Notes

Light golden in color with bright steely notes, this Chardonnay has very delicate and elegant floral bouquet. Aromas of pineapple and apple open to a full-bodied and ripe palate that is bright, firm and rich with a long, smooth finish.

Food Pairing

This wine is a great companion for seafood, sautéed prawns, garlic butter clams and sushi. It also pairs well with green salads and rich cheeses like triple-cream brie.

Vineyard & Production Info

Vineyard name:
Buin and Macul Vineyards
Vineyard size:
Various acres
Soil composition:
Calcareous soil, sand and rough stone
Elevation:
1,320-1,890 feet
Vines/acre:
2,000 in Buin and 920 in Macul
Yield/acre:
2.6 tons
Exposure:
North and South
Year vineyard planted:
Various
Harvest time:
Early March
First vintage of this wine:
2002

Winemaking & Aging

Varietal composition:
100% Chardonnay
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel tanks
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
30 days
Fermentation temperature:
55 °F
Malolactic fermentation:
No
Type of aging container:
Stainless steel tanks
Size of aging container:
41,000 L
Length of aging before bottling:
4 months
Length of bottle aging:
1 month

Analytical Data

pH level:
3.4
Acidity:
5 g/L
Alcohol:
13.5 %
Residual sugar:
1.9 g/L