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Chile’s unique geography makes it one of very few grape-growing
regions in the world where original European rootstock has been
unaffected by phylloxera. While most vineyards around the world
are planted on grafted rootstock, Root: 1 is grown on pure,
ungrafted roots, producing a Sauvignon Blanc with intense fruit
flavor and authentic varietal character.
VINEYARDS
Root: 1 Sauvignon Blanc vineyards are located in Tapihue, a central portion of Chile’s
famed Casablanca Valley that sits less than 15 miles from the Pacific Ocean. Maritime
breezes keep temperatures cool while the bright daytime sun encourages a lengthy
growing season resulting in wines with bright, crisp flavors.
VINTAGE NOTES
Normal to cool weather early in the season resulted in natural fruit concentration on
the vine and encouraged a long, slow maturation. Toward the end of the season,
temperatures stayed cool in Casablanca, producing a rich Sauvignon Blanc with ripe
citrus flavors and aromas of tropical passion fruit.
WINEMAKING
Fermentation was carried out gradually to maximize the extraction of the fruit and
mineral aromas. After completing fermentation, the wine remained sur lie to broaden
the palate richness.
TASTING NOTES
Fresh complex aromas of passion fruit, grapefruit and lime are balanced by crisp
acidity and bright mineral notes that lead to a strong, clean finish.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Root: 1 Sauvignon Blanc is an extremely food-friendly wine that pairs beautifully with
rich cream sauces, grilled seafood, pork roast with vegetables, spicy Szechuan chicken
salad and baked apple desserts.
APPELLATION: Casablanca Valley, Chile
WINEMAKER: Felipe Tosso
WINERY: Viña Ventisquero
VINTAGE: 2009
VARIETAL: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
TOTAL ACIDITY: 6.9 g/L
ALCOHOL: 13.0%
pH: 3.1
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