Cousiño-Macul Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay

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Wine Description

Cousiño-Macul's first Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay was made in 1969. Since then, this trademarked designation applies to a selection of Chardonnay that represents the finest of the vintage. The selection process starts in the vineyard with the restriction of the yield per vine and continues throughout the winemaking process.

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Acclaim
The 2010 Antiguas Chardonnay was partially barrel-fermented and aged in a mix of new and used French oak for 4-6 months. Notions of baking spices, poached pear, melon, and buttered popcorn inform the nose of a concentrated, savory, well-balanced Chardonnay that should stand up well to most fish courses. Drink this excellent value over the next 2-3 years.
— Jay Miller, Feb 2012
Pale gold. Subdued aromas of melon, nectarine and lemon rind, but with a deeper suggestion of sweet butter. Round and supple on entry, then tighter in the mid-palate, offering light-bodied citrus and melon flavors and a subtle beeswax nuance. Lingers with slight warmth and repeats the citrus note.
— International Wine Cellar, May 2011
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Vineyard & Production Info
Vineyard name
Macul and Buin Vineyards
Vineyard size
Various acres
Soil composition
Calcareous soil, sand and rough stone
Elevation:
1,320-1,890 feet
Vines/acre:
931 - 2,024
Yield/acre:
3.6 tons
Exposure:
North and South
Year vineyard planted:
Various
Harvest time:
March
First vintage of this wine:
1969
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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
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Analytical Data
pH level:
3.62
Acidity:
5.84 g/L
Alcohol:
14 %
Residual sugar:
3 g/L