White clay 2024

Catena Zapata

White clay
2024

  • Pasta
  • Seafood
  • Poultry
  • Fish

$24.10

* Suggested retail price
Product code
15279500
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Continuous Supply
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$22.14
Country
Argentina
Regulated designation
Dénomination origine (DOC)
Region
Mendoza
Varietal(s)
Sémillon 60 %
Chenin Blanc 40 %
Alcohol percentage
13%
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
1.6 g/l
Closure type
Cork
Aging vessel type
French oak
Length of aging
4-8 months
Producer's website

About this winery

Catena Zapata: 1. The Foundations (1898 – 1960) The Arrival: Nicola Catena left Italy for Argentina in 1898. Convinced he had found the "promised land," he planted his first Malbec vineyard in Mendoza in 1902. Domingo’s Vision: His son, Domingo, grew the business into one of the largest vineyard holdings in the region, firmly believing that Argentine Malbec could rival the best Bordeaux wines. 2. Crisis and the Turning Point (1960 – 1980) Economic Struggles: During the soaring inflation...

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Product notes

Lujan de Cuyo (950m/ 3117 ft). Alluvial origin. Clay topsoil with rounded rocks on the bottom. 30%Clay – 40%Silt – 30%Sand. Family vintners for over 100 years, the Catenas are recognized for ther pioneering role in high-altitude viticulture in Argentina. Luján de Cuyo Appellation is known for its clay-rich soils and cool nights. Deeply aromatic with expressive citrus and peach with a rich and mineral finish. Pairs well with vegetables, pasta and grilled white meats. This blend of Semillon and Chenin Blanc is Argentina’s century-old traditional white wine.

Production notes

This wine goes through cold settling of 8-24hs at less than 50°F (10°C) to extract aromas. The juice is then fermented for around 25-45 days with a total maceration of approximately 6 hours. Minimum Battonage Program. Elevage: 4-8 months aged in 100% French oak, 25% first, 2nd and 3rd use barrels.

Tasting notes

Deeply aromatic with expressive citrus and peach with a rich and mineral finish. Pairs well with vegetables, pasta and grilled white meats. This blend of Semillon and Chenin Blanc is Argentina’s century-old traditional white wine.