Ratings
92 points by Wine Enthusiast for similar vintage
Identity
| Producer | Bodegas Salentein SA |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Yellow with greenish hues |
| Aroma | White peach, pink grapefruit, chalk, melon, dill, tropical fruit |
| Palate | Soft, fresh, lively, with sharp acidity and medium body |
| Finish | Medium finish with tropical fruit flavors |
| Food Pairing | Citrus, scallops, creamy avocado, grilled vegetables, robust lentil stew |
| Serving Temp | 8-10 |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks after short cold maceration with dry ice (4 to 6 hours at 46-50°F) |
| Fermentation | Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures after cold maceration with dry ice |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 1050 |
| Soil | Stony soils in Uco Valley |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-harvested to preserve optimum freshness |
Interesting facts
| Portillo is Argentina's first wine with a certified reduced carbon footprint |