Portillo Sauvignon Blanc
75 cl
A light and zesty Sauvignon Blanc from Mendoza. A deliciously easy drinking wine which would pair well with shellfish and goat's cheese.
A light and zesty Sauvignon Blanc from Mendoza. A deliciously easy drinking wine which would pair well with shellfish and goat's cheese.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Fruity nose with outstanding aromas of white peach and grapefruit |
Palate | Refreshing acidity, flavours of lychee, mango and pineapple |
Colour | Yellow colour with strong greenish hues |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
Alcohol % | 13.5 |
Style | Dry, light bodied |
Estate/Producer | Bodegas Salentein |
Country | Argentina |
Region/AOC | Uco Valley – Tunuyán – Mendoza |
Vintage | 2018 |
Making Techniques | Grapes harvested at night. Contact of the must with oxygen is avoid throughout the process. Fermentation takes place at between 13°C and 15°C, resulting in fresh wines which express the varietal very well. Wine is aged on its lees. |
Closure | Screwcap |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Drink now! |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
Wine Enthusiast | 85 Points. ‘Punchy prickly citrus aromas are clearly that of Sauvignon Blanc. Light in colour and weight, this tastes of tangy citrus with a shot of black and green pepper. Lime is the key flavour noted on a clean but mild finish.’ |