Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay Argentina 2021

Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay Argentina 2021

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2021 Catena Zapata White Stones Chardonnay

The Wine Advocate RP 98

Reviewed by:
Luis Gutiérrez
Drink Date:
2023 - 2031

The 2021 White Stones Chardonnay is subtler and more elegant, a little closed with moderate ripeness and alcohol (12.5%) and a mineral palate with strong chalky sensations. It might be worth reproducing their explanation about this wine, one of the finest whites in Argentina: "The term 'white stones' refers to the composition of said rows of soil, with white oval stones covered by gravel. The vineyard 'Adrianna' is planted at an altitude of almost 1,500 meters above sea level, in the district of Gualtallary in Tupungato. The stony soil prevents deep root growth, providing optimum drainage. These soils are very poor in organic matter and contribute to support vines' permanent stress conditions. The cool nights allow for very slow ripening, optimal acid retention and low yields." This is serious and tasty. 7,300 bottles produced.

Some of the vineyards from Catena are suffering from phylloxera, and parts of some vineyards have to be grubbed up and replanted.

Published: Nov 30, 2022