2020 Massalto Sauvalanche
58% CHENIN BLANC SOURCED FROM STONERIDGE VINEYARD.
42% SAUVIGNON BLANC SOURCED FROM LA REYNA BLANCA VINEYARD.
EXTENDED COLD MACERATION PRIOR TO FERMENTATION.
CO-FERMENTED IN STAINLESS STEEL.
AGED FOR 8 MONTHS IN 300L FRENCH OAK BARRELS.
Tasting notes
This deep straw with hints of green Sauvignon Blanc-Chenin Blanc blend, starts on the nose with intense white pear, green lime peel, a mix of white flower potpourri and fresh cut grass. The wine opens to a sweeter profile that begins with litchi, raw honey and very subtle tones of white stone fruit.
The mouth feel is intoxicating and unique, with a balanced acidity and a touch of astringency due to the extensive skin contact and maceration, that lingers through the mid pallet towards the end and remains elegant as the aftertaste for a long time.