Chardonnay Mendoza - Alamos

Chardonnay Mendoza - AlamosThe Chardonnay of Alamos from the Argentine wine-growing region of Mendoza is a complex, varietally pure and harmonious white wine. In the glass, this wine shines in a clear straw yellow with green reflections. The nose reveals a complex bouquet. It is dominated by aromas of tropical fruits (especially pineapple), citrus fruits, ripe pears and floral hints of white flowers - accompanied by sweet spices, vanilla and hints of oak. On the palate, this Argentine white wine impresses with a wonderful acid structure that gives this wine its backbone and crisp texture. The pleasantly long finish is accompanied by a hint of lemon zest. Vinification of the Alamos Chardonnay The grapes for this single-varietal Chardonnay come from vineyards located at altitudes between 900 and 1500 meters above sea level. There they are manually selected and harvested in two passes. After the harvest and gentle pressing of the berries, alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks. 70% of this white wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. French and American oak barrels are used for aging for 6 to 9 months. This white wine is aged under prolonged lees contact and regular batonnage. Food recommendation for the Chardonnay Alamos Enjoy this dry white wine from Argentina with salmon with ribbon noodles in creamy spinach sauce, grilled trout or even chicken breast in a fine pepper sauce.