Bodega Volcanes de Chile Reserva Sauvignon Blanc, Leyda Valley, Chile

Born from the volcanic soils and cool Pacific influence of Chile’s renowned Leyda Valley, the 2025 Bodega Volcanes de Chile Reserva Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant and expressive white wine that captures the energy of its coastal terroir. Crafted from carefully selected Sauvignon Blanc grapes and shaped by mineral-rich volcanic soils, this refreshing wine delivers bright citrus flavors, aromatic complexity, and remarkable freshness, making it a standout expression of Chilean Sauvignon Blanc.

Product Details:

• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Alcohol Content: 14.0% ABV
• Wine Type: Dry
• Closure: Stelvin Screw Cap
• Terroir: Volcanic soils formed from intrusive igneous rock with clay loam topsoil and decomposed granite subsoil
• Climate: Strong coastal influence located approximately 14 km from the Pacific Ocean
• Harvest: Hand-harvested
• Cold Maceration: 8 hours at 4–6°C in an oxygen-free environment
• Fermentation: Stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts at 12–15°C
• Aging: Matured on fine lees with regular bâtonnage before blending
• Clone Selection: Clone 242 contributes exotic fruit character; Clone 107 contributes freshness and citrus tension
• Winemaker: Pilar Díaz
• Allergens: Contains sulfites

Sensory Description:

The 2025 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc shines with a bright greenish-yellow color and an intensely aromatic bouquet. Vibrant notes of grapefruit, lime, lemon peel, and white flowers are layered with fresh herbs, subtle hints of white pepper, and a striking mineral character. On the palate, the wine is crisp, lively, and energetic, revealing flavors of citrus zest, grapefruit, tropical fruit, and saline minerality. Its refreshing acidity and distinctive coastal freshness create a focused, expressive mouthfeel, while the elegant finish lingers with notes of herbs, citrus, and volcanic minerality.

Winemaker's Background:

Bodega Volcanes de Chile was founded with the vision of expressing Chile’s extraordinary volcanic terroirs through wines of purity, freshness, and character. Drawing fruit from some of the country's most distinctive vineyard sites, the winery highlights the influence of ancient volcanic activity on vine growth and wine expression. Through careful vineyard selection, sustainable farming practices, and meticulous winemaking, Bodega Volcanes crafts wines that reflect both place and variety. The Reserva Sauvignon Blanc exemplifies this philosophy, showcasing the mineral-rich soils and cool maritime climate that make Leyda Valley one of Chile’s premier Sauvignon Blanc regions.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the 2025 Bodega Volcanes de Chile Reserva Sauvignon Blanc well chilled at 41–45°F in a white wine glass. Pair it with oysters, shrimp, crab, lobster, grilled fish, sushi, ceviche, fresh salads, goat cheese, asparagus dishes, or lightly spiced Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. Its bright acidity and mineral backbone also make it an excellent aperitif for warm-weather gatherings.