Casa Silva Viognier Reserva

2006 Pale yellow-green color. Floral aromas with apricot and custard apple on the nose. Expansive in flavor with fresh and pleasant sweetness on the palate, balanced acidity and an excellent and harmonious finish. Serve with sweet and sour dishes such as fish, Hawaiian pizza, different kinds of sushi, teriyaki chicken or even deserts like apple pie.

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Casa Silva was founded in 1892 by French wine pioneer and ancestor Emilio Bouchon. It's now owned by Mario Silva and family - the fifth generation of winemakers. Many of the vines planted are over 90 years old, carried over from Bordeaux, pre-phylloxera, by the first generation. Previously selling their juice to larger, bulk wineries, Casa Silva began a bold, estate bottling program in 1997. Now, the Silva Family are viewed as leaders of the new generation of premium wine producers, and their wines have received international acclaim. Accolades include being the most awarded Chilean winery in 2000 international competition – taking 20% of all Gold Medals – as well as winning “The Best South American Producer” at the 2000 International Wine & Spirits Competition on London.

100% Viognier grapes are hand harvested and sorted before destemming. Maceration in the press for 4 hours at 6ºC to 8ºC. Must separation and alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 15 to 20 days at 15ºC to 18ºC. 30% malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels, 30% aged in French barrels for 4 months, and 70% in stainless steel tanks.