Bodega Catena Zapata
High Mountain Vines Mendoza Chardonnay
Mendoza, Cuyo, Argentina
@CatenaWines 2014 Chardonnay (SRP $20): Fruit for this Chardonnay was sourced from three high-altitude vineyards, all owned by the Catena family that range from 3,100 to 4,700 feet. Aromas of pear tart, citrus blossom and spiced fruitcake are joined on the palate by yellow-fleshed fruit flavors and floral notes. It is noticeably round with a sweet, mouth-filling texture supported by adequate acidity and freshness. A very enjoyable Chardonnay; it ends with a faint mineral streak and overtones of spice lingering on the medium-long finish. Try a bottle with pasta, risotto dishes or oven-roasted chicken. It’s also a satisfying solitary sipper. Region: Mendoza, Argentina. Other info: ABV 13.5%, partial ML, matured in new-to-two year old French oak barrels for 10 months, bottled aged 12 months, and natural cork enclosure.
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@CatenaWines 2014 Chardonnay (SRP $20): Fruit for this Chardonnay was sourced from three high-altitude vineyards, all owned by the Catena family that range from 3,100 to 4,700 feet. Aromas of pear tart, citrus blossom and spiced fruitcake are joined on the palate by yellow-fleshed fruit flavors and floral notes. It is noticeably round with a sweet, mouth-filling texture supported by adequate acidity and freshness. A very enjoyable Chardonnay; it ends with a faint mineral streak and overtones of spice lingering on the medium-long finish. Try a bottle with pasta, risotto dishes or oven-roasted chicken. It’s also a satisfying solitary sipper. Region: Mendoza, Argentina. Other info: ABV 13.5%, partial ML, matured in new-to-two year old French oak barrels for 10 months, bottled aged 12 months, and natural cork enclosure.
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Catena's High Mountain Vines Chardonnay is sourced from three vineyard sites, ranging from 3,100-4,757' in altitude, hence the name. The soils are predominantly gravelly or stony, and all of these sites are cool climate—these factors are reflected in the profile of this fresh and restrained Argentine Chard. Acacia honey, lemon blossom, pear and citrus round out the nose. In the mouth, it’s balanced and lean with slightly underripe white peach at the core and and a lithe saline-mineral flourish on the finish. 13.5% ABV| Sample
Catena's High Mountain Vines Chardonnay is sourced from three vineyard sites, ranging from 3,100-4,757' in altitude, hence the name. The soils are predominantly gravelly or stony, and all of these sites are cool climate—these factors are reflected in the profile of this fresh and restrained Argentine Chard. Acacia honey, lemon blossom, pear and citrus round out the nose. In the mouth, it’s balanced and lean with slightly underripe white peach at the core and and a lithe saline-mineral flourish on the finish. 13.5% ABV| Sample
Jan 4th, 2017
Surprising this 2014 stands out to me! Purchased on Sale for 13.98! Yup good price. On opening a little restrained. Gave it 15 minutes and WOW tropical fruits with good acid backbone, and yes just a hint of oak. Real creamy on the finish. I would say 93+ Rating from me. CB
Surprising this 2014 stands out to me! Purchased on Sale for 13.98! Yup good price. On opening a little restrained. Gave it 15 minutes and WOW tropical fruits with good acid backbone, and yes just a hint of oak. Real creamy on the finish. I would say 93+ Rating from me. CB
Jun 6th, 2016
Rich and creamy, with peach and toast on the nose.
Rich and creamy, with peach and toast on the nose.
Feb 15th, 2015
Love the palate- sweet spice, peaches and toast, clean fresh finish
Love the palate- sweet spice, peaches and toast, clean fresh finish
Nov 19th, 2014
Good value.
N: apples with creams and a squeeze of lemon
P: white peach joins the party, pear, creamy mouthfeel up front, but not too heavy, very fresh with light stony minerality on the finish
Good value.
N: apples with creams and a squeeze of lemon
P: white peach joins the party, pear, creamy mouthfeel up front, but not too heavy, very fresh with light stony minerality on the finish
