Catena Zapata
Catena Zapata Catena Alta Historic Rows Chardonnay 2019 0,75 l
Catena Zapata Catena Alta Historic Rows Chardonnay 2019 0,75 l
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Mendoza Argentina
100% Chardonnay
Matured in oak barrels
14%
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This wine is a refined, elegant upland Chardonnay from the Catena family's historic rows. The aromas are of dried apples, pineapple, white peach notes and floral sweetness, along with spicy, creamy nuances. The palate is full, fruity, bright but balanced - with a creamy body, a soft touch of oak and well-maintained fresh acidity.
The wine is aged for 14 months in French oak barrels (500 l), with natural yeasts and some lees – which gives it structure, softness and a sense of textural depth.
About the manufacturer
The history of Catena Zapata began in 1902, when Nicola Catena arrived in Argentina from Italy and planted his first vines in Mendoza. The family believed from the beginning that altitude was their greatest asset, so they began to develop vineyards higher and higher on the slopes of the Andes. This philosophy fundamentally changed Argentine winemaking - the Catenas were the first to realize that extreme altitude gives wines not only freshness, but also a unique aromatic profile. Among their most famous vineyards are Adrianna and Domingo - high-altitude plots, now considered among the best in the entire American continent.
The Catena family places great emphasis on old vine lines and genetic heritage, especially after the phylloxera crisis. Although Argentina was one of the few countries not severely affected by phylloxera due to its dry soils and high altitude conditions, Catena still researched phylloxera-resistant rootstocks, clones and historical adaptations of vines. This heritage became part of their “Historic Rows” philosophy – to maintain the genetic continuity of old vines and create wines that reflect their natural, pre-phylloxera character. The producers’ motto – science, tradition and the highest expression respectful of the terroir – allows them to create wines that are deep, elegant and extremely well-maintained.