2002 Catena Chardonnay
Winemaker's Notes

Fact Sheet

The 2002 vintage of the Catena Chardonnay promises to be our best effort to date. The wine shows a light golden color with marked greenish hues. The nose offers white stone and citrus fruit aromas interwoven with light notes of vanilla and slate. The mouthfeel is full and clean with pear and fig fruit flavors and a touch of sweet spice. The finish is fresh yet persistent, with bright, crisp acidity.

José Galante, Winemaker

 

2002 Catena Chardonnay label

Name: Catena
Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Vintage: 2002
Harvest Date: March 10 - 14, 2002
Vineyard: Agrelo and Tupungato districts of Mendoza
Average Yield: 3.5 - 4 tons per acre
Average Brix at Harvest: 23.3º
Fermentation: Natural yeast, max temp. ferm. 24°C, for 23 days
Alcohol: 13.3% vol
Acidity/pH: 5.75/3.29
Aging: 9 months sur lie in 100% French Oak, 36% new