2006 D.V. Catena Nature
 D.V. Catena Nature 2006
Tasting Notes

Fact Sheet

This is a blend of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir, of specially selected clones for sparkling wine production. The grapes were sourced from our vineyards in Tupungato, planted at 5000' elevation. The Chardonnay base wine offers intense aromatics of white flowers and citrus and a remarkably good length. The Pinot Noir counterpart ensures a good acid balance adding structure and complexity to the final blend. In addition the "liqueur de tirage" imparts freshly baked bread aromatics that unfold on the palate, with a soft, creamy finish.

Aejandro Vigil, Chief Winemaker

Varietal: 70% Chardonnay
30% Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2006
Vineyards: Tupungato
Harvest Date: 9-19 February 2007
Initial base wine: Selected yeast. Max. Temp. Ferm. 15º C, 40 days.
No malolactic fermentation.
Secondary Fermentation: Champenoise method
Aging: 30 months sur lie
Sugar: 3.0 gr /l
Alcohol: 12.9 % vol
Acidity / pH: 6.0 / 3.10