LUCA
Chardonnay
2016
About this winery
Laura Catena, daughter of famous Argentine wine pioneer, Nicolas Catena, was born in Buenos Aires. At the age of 14, her family moved to Berkeley, California where her father had taken a teaching position in the Economics Department. Laura went on to attend Harvard University, where she graduated magna cum laude in biology, and then she returned to the west coast, to Stanford University, to pursue a medical degree graduating in 1992. Today, Laura Catena is a practicing emergency-room physician....
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Product notes
The G LOT, planted in 1992, was the first extreme high altitude Chardonnay planted in Mendoza (5,000 feet elevation). Rocky soils with dense calcareous sediments. Mineral aromatics and optimal acidity.
Production notes
100% Chardonnay (80% barrel-fermented with indigenous yeast, 20% from tanks fermented at very low temperatures). 60% Malolactic Fermentation.
Tasting notes
Enticing aromas of lemon crème, baking spices and mineral long finished. The aromas carry through to the palate, and are joined by hints of white peach flavours and, spiced baked pear, andastony/mineral flavour that creates a stylish wine that seems part New and part Old World. Pairs well with most fish, crab, chicken, and even many pork preparations. Particularly recommended with dishes using sautéed wild mushrooms or butter sauces.