Leyda Sauvignon Blanc Reserva from Chile's Pacific coast Leyda Valley — pale yellow with green hues, mineral and expressive with great aromatic intensity, perfumed white fruit giving way to ripe grapefruit and mandarin with a subtle herbaceous character, fresh with crisp acidity and a juicy citrus finish.
Tasting Notes
Pale yellow with green hues. Mineral and expressive with great aromatic intensity. Upfront notes of perfumed white fruit give way to ripe citrus — grapefruit and mandarins — along with a subtle herbaceous character. The palate is fresh with crisp acidity and a juicy, citrus finish. 88 points Wine Enthusiast, Bronze Decanter and International Wine Challenge.
Quick Facts
- Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
- Origin: Chile, Leyda Valley (cool-climate coastal)
- Style: Dry white Reserva, mineral, aromatic
- Winemaking: Cool coastal Leyda Valley farming, cool fermentation to preserve aromatics
Food Pairing
Shellfish, vegetarian dishes, and goat cheese.
Serving
Serve at 7-10°C. Open 5 minutes before serving.
About the Producer
Leyda is a specialist cool-climate winery within the San Pedro group, farming the Leyda Valley on Chile's Pacific coast to produce wines with the freshness and aromatic precision that the ocean influence brings.