SPANISH VINES

SAUVIGNON BLANC (2008)

Location

Bodegas Finca La Venta de Don Quijote (D.O. La Mancha)

Grape Variety

95% Sauvignon Blanc - 5% Macabeo

Vinification

  • The grapes are harvested, de-stalked, slightly squeezed before putting them into a pneumatic press where they rest in contact with the skins for 5 hours.
  • Once the residue has been removed at 50ºF, the clean must is fermented under the action of selected yeasts in stainless steel at 59ºF.
  • After the fermentation, the wine is clarified and undergoes stabilization at 23ºF.

Bottle Information

  • Alcohol By Volume: 13.5%
  • Production: 150,000 bottles 750 ml.

Tasting Notes

Fantastic touch of acidity on the front end driven by the small percentage of Macabeo. Loaded with fresh citrus and explosive flavors of peach and honey dew melon.

Serving Suggestions

  • Tasting temperature: 50-55ºF
  • Pairs well with crab, raw oysters, scallops, shrimp, white meats and pork.

Presentation

  • 750 ml.
  • 12 bottles/case
  • UPC: 0-80397-30061-7