Finca Chardonnay
Finca Chardonnay
Varietal composition
100% Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Region
Tupungato (Uco Valley, Mendoza)
Tupungato (Uco Valley, Mendoza)
Vineyard
A vineyard of more than 25 years located at 1,100 meters above sea level. Its orientation is West-East, which provides a rapid natural runoff of water from rain and snowmelt. The driving system used is the high trellis system.
A vineyard of more than 25 years located at 1,100 meters above sea level. Its orientation is West-East, which provides a rapid natural runoff of water from rain and snowmelt. The driving system used is the high trellis system.
Soil Composition
Of alluvial origin, poor and sandy-loamy texture, with important presence of stone and calcium carbonate. These soils are defined as “calcareous” and convey great elegance and complexity to wines.
Of alluvial origin, poor and sandy-loamy texture, with important presence of stone and calcium carbonate. These soils are defined as “calcareous” and convey great elegance and complexity to wines.
Harvest
Manual, in small plastic boxes of 12 kg
Manual, in small plastic boxes of 12 kg
Winemaking
Upon entering the winery, the grapes go through a double-selection belt system to band and vibrant. It is pressed directly to whole bunch and then the must ferments 70% in stainless steel tanks and 30% in French oak barrels, where it will also mature for at least 6 months. Without malolactic fermentation.
Upon entering the winery, the grapes go through a double-selection belt system to band and vibrant. It is pressed directly to whole bunch and then the must ferments 70% in stainless steel tanks and 30% in French oak barrels, where it will also mature for at least 6 months. Without malolactic fermentation.
Tasting notes
Fresh and fruity. Bright greenish yellow color. Intense and expressive aroma (tropical fruits, citrus and nuts). In the mouth it is fruity and a very balanced acidity prolongs its end. It is a wine that fills the mouth and its great freshness invites to continue drinking. Ideal to pair with salads, fish, seafood and pasta with mild sauces.
Fresh and fruity. Bright greenish yellow color. Intense and expressive aroma (tropical fruits, citrus and nuts). In the mouth it is fruity and a very balanced acidity prolongs its end. It is a wine that fills the mouth and its great freshness invites to continue drinking. Ideal to pair with salads, fish, seafood and pasta with mild sauces.
Analytical data
Alcohol: 12.3% • Total acidity: 6.3g/l • pH: 3.35 • Sugar: 1.85g/l
Alcohol: 12.3% • Total acidity: 6.3g/l • pH: 3.35 • Sugar: 1.85g/l
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