Vineyards:
Grapes for Imaginador were sourced from four vineyards in the Guarilihue sub-region of Itata. The vineyards are dry-farmed and planted on soils composed of rocky quartzic granite. The bush vines are well over 50 years old.
Vinification:
The grapes were hand harvested and 30% were kept as whole bunch. Fermentation occurred using natural yeasts in concrete vats and open top stainless-steel tanks with very short pump overs during the 10 days. After fermentation, the wine underwent 10-20 days of maceration before being aged in a mix of untoasted oak tanks, foudre and concrete vats for 12 months, then 8 months in bottle.
Tasting Notes:
Aromas of cranberry and wild herbs with vibrant acidity and fine tannins. The minerality from the granitic soils carries through from the nose to the long, refreshing finish.
