The 1997 Catena Chardonnay has a rich golden color with slightly green edges. Aromas are of citrus fruit, quince and apricot. The mouthfeel is full and round, with ripe tropical fruit flavors and nuances of vanilla and toast. Drink now and over the next three years.
José Galante, Winemaker
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| Name: |
Catena |
| Varietal: |
100% Chardonnay |
| Vintage: |
1996 |
| Harvest Date: |
March 14-18, 1997 |
| Vineyard: |
La Pirámide Vineyard in the Agrelo District. |
| Average Yield: |
3.5-4 tons/acre |
| Average Brix at Harvest: |
23.2 |
| Fermentation: |
100% barrel fermented. |
| Finished Alcohol: |
13.5% |
| TA/pH: |
5.8/3.38 |
| Clarification: |
Bentonite fined and Pro Pleat filtered. |
| Barrels/Aging: |
9 months sur lie in 46% new French Oak François Fréres. |
| Total Production: |
9,448 9 liter cases, packed in six-bottle cases. |
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