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Catena Chardonnay Adrianna Vineyard White Stones 750 ml

Country: Argentina /

Region: Cuyo /

Style: Wine /

Size: 750 ml /

Vintage: 2022 /

Sku: 80140499

Vinous97 Points
James Suckling97 Points
The Wine Spectator93 Points
$145.99
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Details

Details

*Vintage may vary by location*

For over four generations, the Catena family has grown vines in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Mendoza, Argentina. In his pursuit to make wines that stand with the best in the world, Nicolás Catena identified the best lots, and rows, in the Catena family’s estate vineyards.

White Stones Chardonnay comes from a select 27 rows within Block 1 of the Adrianna Vineyard. The name refers to the ground beneath the vines which is covered with gravel - oval white stones.

The Adrianna vineyard is located at almost 5,000’ elevation in the Gualtallary sub-district of the Tupungato region. The rocky soil prevents deep root growth and allows for ideal drainage conditions. These are very poor soils where the vines are constantly in conditions of stress. The cool nights allow for very slow ripening, optimal acid retention and low yields.


• 100% Chardonnay •

Suggested Food Pairing:

Charcuterie-Cheese
Fish
Appetizers
Lobster-Crab
Pasta-White
Pork

Reviews

Vinous97 Points
James Suckling97 Points
The Wine Spectator93 Points
VN Vinous: 97 Points
The 2022 Chardonnay Adrianna Vineyard White Stones hails from a cool and slightly dry vintage in the Uco Valley. Sourced from a small gravel and limestone plot in Gualtallary, it displays a green hue in the glass. Its aromas feature lime, green apple and herbs, with subtle notes of ginger and acacia. Dry, nimble and refreshing, the chalky texture enlivens the slightly lean palate, with a long-lasting, fruit-driven finish. A high-altitude wine, the 2022 growing season brought an extra layer of freshness to this Chardonnay.
JS James Suckling: 97 Points
This is always minerally and incisive and very different from White Bones. This is more classic chardonnay, with lots of freshly squeezed lemons, wet stone, flint and seashells. Brisk acidity on a medium- to full-bodied palate. Tense and intense, but this is acid-driven with a fine touch of salinity that lingers at the end.
WS The Wine Spectator: 93 Points
This white offers plenty of crunchy acidity and minerality. Its core flavors of pineapple, quince and Meyer lemon are accented by hints of buttered pastry. Finishes pure and clean, with slate and spice details. Nice length. Drink now through 2036.