Bodegas Teso La Monja Alabaster 2013 skus_30213370 and the most exalted Chardonnay

and the most exalted Chardonnay sparkling plot on earth

The mouth is engaging from the first sip with a charming mix of candied cherry

layered and opaque purple in color

Bing cherries and roasted almonds that lead to a concentrated finish

Around 50% of the Sauvignon Blanc grapes are sourced from contracted growers in a very special area of Cachapoal (a sub valley of the Rapel Valley) directly beneath the foothills of the Andes

Bodegas Teso La Monja Alabaster 2013 skus_30213370 and the most exalted ChardonnayProfound balance and terroir expression. Elegant, silky and authentic. The wine matured in new French oak barrels for 18 months with rackings every four months. There is a plus of finesse and harmony here, of concentration and power too, but the price difference with the Victorino is hard to justify. There's some creaminess, even though the oak feels quite nicely integrated, especially considering the barrels are all new, but the juice is so intense