1752 Gran Tradición Petit Manseng-Viognier - Uruguay - $30.98

1752 blanco 1000 x 10001This white wine was developed during a R&D programme aim to “Increasing yeast biodiversity in wine fermentation for increase flavour complexity”. Exceptionally concentrated Petit Manseng and Viognier grapes from Melilla estate, maritime influenced by the River Plate and clay soils with calcarium influence. Vinified in Cerro Chapeu gravity-fed winery and fermented in French new oak barrels during 6 months. Then with minimal handling the wine is bottled to preserve its fresh and complex aromas.

 

VARIETALS: Petit Manseng 90% Viognier 10%

ANALYSIS Alcohol: 14 % en Vol.

Total Acidity 4.3 g/L in sulphuric

Residual sugar: 2.9 g/

PRODUCTION: 1800 bottles of 750 ml.

 

TASTING NOTES:  Intense gold colour with yellow tinges. A full body wine with complex flavors of citrus fruits and some sweet herbal notes that are in harmony with a toasty honey nose. Long and complex in the palate, you can fill the strong body but with the freshness of orange notes and firm acidity. Ideal for all kind of appetizers and white meats. We recommend to drink it at 50º F.