Tasting note

The best Chilean sauvignon blancs generally come from Casablanca Valley, which enjoys cooling influences from the Pacific coast at an altitude of 800 feet above sea level. Founded in 1993, the award-winning Casas del Bosque was one of the first wineries in the valley ... Renowned winemaker Grant Phelps has worked at Casas del Bosque for more than 13 years and crafted this wine. Grapes were harvested at night to maintain the fruit's full potential and acidity. In the cellar, grapes were gently pressed and allowed skin contact for four days. The majority of the wine was vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, and 4 percent of it was barrel-fermented to add texture and weight. In the glass, it offers aromas of kiwi, lime zest and a whiff of jalapeno. On the palate, taste grapefruit, guava, mineral undertones and an herbal character. Drink it as an aperitif or with oysters, turkey gumbo, artichokes, grilled fish, smoked salmon, salads and light cheeses. (Brenda Maitland, bestofneworleans.com, Nov. 30, 2015)

Under the greenish yellow colour, the medium and complex nose evokes fruity and vegetal notes. On the palate, it offers a broad mouthfeel that leads into a medium finish. Enjoy this dry, medium-bodied and fruity white featuring refreshing acidity.

JULY 2014 Insider Pick from Stephen Schiedel, Portfolio Manager for Wines of Canada, USA and South America: "Winemaker Grant Phelps hails from New Zealand but has been in Chile for many years. Sinking his teeth into Sauvignon Blanc, the dialing in, tweaking and upping the ante arrive at this 2013 Sauvignon Blanc which is OUTSTANDING (and the same price!). Crisp, vibrant, with lemon and tropical hints, the persona is perfect and made for grilled fare, seafood, sushi…the summer menu."