WINE DESCRIPTION

Family vintners for over 100 years, the Catenas are recognized for ther pioneering role in high-altitude viticulture in Argentina. Luján de Cuyo Appellation is known for its clay-rich soils and cool nights. Deeply aromatic with expressive citrus and peach with a rich and mineral finish. Pairs well with vegetables, pasta and grilled white meats. This blend of Semillon and Chenin Blanc is Argentina’s century-old traditional white wine.

VINIFICATION

This wine goes through cold settling for 12 hours at 41ºF (5ºC). The juice is then fermented for 25 days with a post-fermentation maceration of 6 hours. Elevage; 6 to 7 months in contact with the lees in 100% French oak barrel. 30% second and third use Oak barrels.

VINEYARDS

Lujan de Cuyo (950m/ 3117 ft). Alluvial origin. Clay topsoil with rounded rocks on the bottom. 30%Clay – 40%Silt – 30%Sand.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Varietal: 55% Semillón, 45% Chenin Blanc

Alcohol: 12.5%

Total Acidity: 6.65 grams/liter

pH: 3.2