2024 Laberinto - Sauvignon Blanc Cenizas (750ml)
2024 Laberinto Cenizas Sauvignon Blanc — Maule, Chile
From Laberinto’s single estate near Colbún in the Maule region, this Sauvignon Blanc captures a singular sense of place. Planted on soils rich in volcanic ash on a cool south-facing slope at 1,800 feet, the vines yield fruit with remarkable tension and energy. The 2024 Cenizas is crafted from hand-harvested grapes, fermented in stainless steel, and aged six months on lees, remaining unfiltered and unoaked to preserve its purity and bright character.
Critics have celebrated Cenizas for its distinctive style, with the 96-point accolade from Tim Atkin MW in consecutive vintages, and 2023 scores of 95 from Descorchados and 95 from the Wine Advocate. This wine continues a storied tradition of quality and place for Laberinto, consistently among Chile’s finest.
Tasting notes and profile
On the palate, Cenizas presents an electric, mineral-driven profile with pristine citrus and aromatic lift. Flavors unfold with elderflower and lemongrass, complemented by guava and bright citrus, while lees aging adds textural depth. The finish is saline, stony, and impeccably long, a signature of its volcanic soils and high-altitude origins.
Winemaking and terroir details
- Estate vineyard near Colbún, Maule, at 1,800 feet elevation
- Organically farmed vines planted in 1993
- Soils with abundant volcanic ash
- Single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
- Fermented in stainless steel
- Aged six months on lees
- Unfiltered and unoaked
Pairings and serving suggestions
- Shellfish, especially oysters and shrimp, or grilled white fish
- Citrus-forward salads and goat cheese tartlets
- Light poultry dishes and seafood ceviche that benefit from bright acidity
Awards and recognition
Tim Atkin MW awarded Cenizas 96 points in consecutive vintages; the 2023 Cenizas was rated 95 by Descorchados and 95 by the Wine Advocate. The 2024 release sustains this tradition of quality and place.