2003 Catena Alta Malbec
Catena Alta Chardonnay 2003
Tasting Notes

Fact Sheet

The 2006 Catena Alta Chardonnay has a bright greenish - yellos color. The nose shows an excellent mixture of citrus fruit interwoven with honeyed tropical fruit notes and floral tones. The mouthfeel is rich and concentrated showing ripe pear, apple and apricot flavors with a light note of sweet nutmeg spice. The finish shows bright, cleand acidity and wonderful length.

 

Alejandro Vigil, Chief Winemaker

Name: Catena Alta
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Vineyards: Adrianna Vineyard, Gualtallary district, 4,850' elevation
Harvest Date: April 5, 2006
Fermentation: 100% barrel fermented. Max. Temp. 19 C for 50 days. 100% natural yeast. 100% malolactic fermentation.
Aging: Sur lies aging for 12 months in French oak, 50 % new
Alcohol: 13.9 % vol
Acidity/pH: 5.60/3.40