Cousiño Macul

Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay

Cousiño Macul

Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay

Cousiño Macul was one of the first Chilean vineyards to produce Chardonnay. The vines were originally established in the Maipo Valley with cuttings brought from Burgundy at the end of the 19th century. Since its debut in 1969, Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay has been crafted from these unique vines, preserved by Massal selection, which have never been cross-bred or sold.

Antiguas Reservas represents the finest selection of Chardonnay from the family's vineyards. The selection process begins with a yield restriction per plant and continues throughout the entire winemaking process. The old vines yield powerful, structured, and concentrated wines. Vinification and careful aging take place in a naturally climate-controlled cellar deep beneath the Macul Estate. Approachable, dependable, and age-worthy, Antiguas Reservas expresses the distinctive character of Chile at a remarkable value. 

Tasting Notes

Cousiño Macul Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay displays aromas of pineapple, papaya, passion fruit, honey, and nuts. A touch of French oak adds balance and depth to this high-acidity, fresh wine.

Food Pairing

Cousiño Macul Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay is an ideal accompaniment to roasted salmon, tuna tartare, crab cakes, or salads.

Cousiño Macul was one of the first Chilean vineyards to produce Chardonnay. The vines were originally established in the Maipo Valley with cuttings brought from Burgundy at the end of the 19th century. Since its debut in 1969, Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay has been crafted from these unique vines, preserved by Massal selection, which have never been cross-bred or sold.

Antiguas Reservas represents the finest selection of Chardonnay from the family's vineyards. The selection process begins with a yield restriction per plant and continues throughout the entire winemaking process. The old vines yield powerful, structured, and concentrated wines. Vinification and careful aging take place in a naturally climate-controlled cellar deep beneath the Macul Estate. Approachable, dependable, and age-worthy, Antiguas Reservas expresses the distinctive character of Chile at a remarkable value. 

Tasting Notes

Cousiño Macul Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay displays aromas of pineapple, papaya, passion fruit, honey, and nuts. A touch of French oak adds balance and depth to this high-acidity, fresh wine.

Food Pairing

Cousiño Macul Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay is an ideal accompaniment to roasted salmon, tuna tartare, crab cakes, or salads.

Vineyard & Production Info

Vineyard name:
Macul and Buin Vineyards
Vineyard size:
Various acres
Soil composition:
Calcareous Soil, Sand and Rough stone
Vines/acre:
931 - 2,024
Yield/acre:
3.6 tons
Exposure:
North and South
Harvest time:
March
First vintage of this wine:
1969
Bottles produced of this wine:
48,000
Sustainability Certification:
Certified Sustainable by Wines of Chile

Winemaking & Aging

Varietal composition:
100% Chardonnay
Fermentation container:
Stainless Steel Tanks and Wood
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
30 days
Fermentation temperature:
54 °F
Malolactic fermentation:
Yes
Type of aging container:
Barriques
Size of aging container:
225 L
Type of oak:
French Oak
Length of aging before bottling:
6 Months
Age of Aging Container:
New
Total SO2:
80

Analytical Data

pH level:
3.28
Acidity:
5.93 g/L
Alcohol:
13.9 %
Dry extract:
23.2 g/L
Total SO2:
80
Residual sugar:
1.45 g/L