2000 Catena Chardonnay
Winemaker's Notes

Fact Sheet

The 2000 Catena Chardonnay has a golden color with green hues. Aromas are of pears, apples, and minerals. The mouth feel is soft and full, with ripe fruit flavors interwoven with nuances of vanilla, honey and toast,a nd a long, persistant finish. Drink now and over the next 3 years.

José Galante, Winemaker

 

2000 Catena Chardonnay label

Name: Catena
Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Vintage: 2000
Harvest Date: March 12-19, 2000
Vineyard: Agrelo district of Mendoza
Average Yield: 3-4 tons per acre
Average Brix at Harvest: 23.3º
Fermentation: Natural yeast, max temp. ferm. 23°C, for 47 days
Alcohol: 13.5% vol
Acidity/pH: 5.92/3.30
Aging: 9 months sur lie in 100% French Oak, 53% new