02. Arraigo // ESTATE // CHARDONNAY
ORIGIN | ESTATE | CHARDONNAY
Each varietal expressing its own main characteristics the wood is only a soft dressing for these wines it never trespasses the intensity of the fruit.
CHARACTERISTICS
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay.
Grape Origin: La Encerrada Esate, Gualtallary (1450 masl, 4800 ft), Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Harvest Time: Last week of April.
Winemaking Process: Cold maceration, pressing and settling. Alcoholic fermentation and ageing over less for 9 months in French oak barrels.
Ageing: 9 months in French oak barrels.
Technical Data: Alcohol 14.5%, Sugar 1.96, PH 3.6, Acidity 5.53 gr/lt.
Tasting Notes:
-Colour: Clean and brilliant. Soft yellow colour with golden wood hues.
-Nose: Elegant. White fruit and mineral notes with soft oak wood share.
-Mouth: Refreshing, refined and balanced. Light entrance, great structure and long, persistent ending.
Ageing Capacity: 8 years.
Drinking Temperature: 8°/10° C (46°/50° F)
Food Pairing: Excellent to accompany dishes of Italian or Greek food, Tomato sauces, gourmet pizzas, various grilled meats, poultry, duck and lamb with fine herbs.