PINOT NOIR - ROSÉ, Loica Vineyard
Leyda Valley

Pinot Noir - Rosé Loica Vineyard comes from a selected block, on a south west facing slope. This vineyard was planted in 1998, in a southwest orientated slope in Leyda Estate. Because of this exposure, sunlight is slightly less in this block and the influence of ocean breezes is higher. Then, the ripening process occurs at a slower pace contributing to the development of different and special flavours and aromas. The production in this block was 4 tons per hectare.

The style of these wine combines fresh and fruity aromas without waiting for tannin and fenolic ripeness. Early harvest takes place in order to achieve the freshness of flavors. The grapes were hand harvested and after de-stemming, they were not crushed in order to keep whole grapes during maceration. Fermentation occurred at 13 to 18°C for 12 days in stainless steel tanks. After dryness, the wine was racked into 2nd use French oak barrels and aged there for 4 months.

Bright and shinny colour. Clean and fruity nose with a strong red fruit character of raspberries and red cherries, combined with citrus notes.
Delicate and fresh palate, with great concentration of flavours and a sharp acidity that keeps the freshness all through the palate.


Tasting Notes 2006

Tasting Notes 2005