{"product_id":"veramonte-ritual-chardonnay-supertuga-block-2019","title":"Veramonte, Ritual Chardonnay Supertuga Block, 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eVeramonte’s Ritual Chardonnay Supertuga Block is a standout single-parcel wine from Casablanca Valley, shaped by cool coastal breezes and a site that naturally delivers tension, depth, and precision. Crafted in a Burgundian style with whole-bunch pressing and élevage in French oak, it combines expressive fruit, mineral freshness, and elegant spice in a way that feels both refined and distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale to medium lemon-gold in the glass, this Chardonnay opens with a highly expressive nose of ripe stone fruit, citrus peel, and white flowers, lifted by a clear mineral edge and subtle oak spice. On the palate it is intense and full-bodied, with creamy texture, generous fruit concentration, and a vibrant line of freshness that keeps everything in balance.\n\nThe oak influence is present but well integrated, adding depth rather than dominance, while the granite-and-clay terroir brings a lively, almost salty minerality to the finish. This is a wine with excellent structure and the potential to develop further complexity over the next several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupertuga Block comes from a single parcel in the lower part of Casablanca Valley, just under 30 km from the Pacific coast, where cool winds help preserve acidity and slow ripening. The soils are made up of granite gravel and clay, creating a site with excellent drainage and natural concentration. The grapes are harvested by hand, pressed as whole clusters, and then fermented and aged for 14 months in 400-liter oak barrels, 18% of which are new.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Chardonnay pairs beautifully with roast chicken, seared scallops, lobster, grilled prawns, creamy pasta dishes, and rich mushroom risotto. Serve it at 10–12°C to show both its freshness and texture, and decanting is not necessary, though giving it a little time in the glass can help open up the aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVeramonte is one of Chile’s best-known producers from Casablanca, a region that has become synonymous with cool-climate white wines. The winery has built its reputation on site-driven wines that emphasize purity, balance, and sustainable viticulture, and the Ritual range is among its most distinctive expressions. With wines like Supertuga Block, Veramonte demonstrates the quality potential of carefully farmed single parcels in one of Chile’s most exciting coastal regions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Veramonte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255771713873,"sku":"OS-192019","price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/192019_trans_a5a3e0bb-3f6c-4909-a020-74e2104dec9b.png?v=1783461700","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/veramonte-ritual-chardonnay-supertuga-block-2019","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}