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Wine Information
The Catena Chardonnay 2010 combines expressions of the High altitude vineyards. Adrianna vineyard, the highest one, gives flowers notes and a strong minerality. The Domingo vineyard provides dry fruits and a crisp finish. Finally, La Piramide Vineyard contributes honeyed tropical fruit flavors with an oily mouthfeel. This chardonnay presents a yellow greenish color with aromas of ripe pears, citrus, vanilla and mineral notes. On the palate, it is a clean fresh wine with crisp acidity.
Tasting Notes
VINIFICATION:
Whole cluster pressed, 100% barrel fermented in French oak (30% new) and aged for 9 months in barrels.
VINTAGE 2010:
The 2010 Harvest is all about low quantity and high quality. If there was ever a year to show that low yields matter for quality, 2010 was it. The low yields are due to a cold spring that delayed bud break and some scattered frosts that led to uneven flowering in many areas. January and February were quite warm and there were no rains after mid February. Perfectly ripe, healthy grapes with great concentration have characterized this vintage.
VINEYARDS:
La Piramide Vineyard: 3117 feet
Domingo Vineyard: 3675 feet
Adrianna Vineyard; 4757 feet
Winemaker: Alejandro Vigil
Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Alcohol: 13,90%
Total acidity: 6,25
PH: 3,21
Residual Sugar: 5,8 g/l
Apellation: Mendoza, Argentina
Food pairings: Filet of Salmon with Tomato and Cilantro Relish