Argentina
Whilst all the attention is on Argentina claiming Malbec as its own, it does possess its own white variety - Torrontés. This is a crossing of Mission (a variety grown by early Spanish settlers) and Muscat of Alexandria. It is brisk and aromatic and makes a lovely aperitif or cool drink of a Summer's day.
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2022 MAINQUÉ Chardonnay Bodega Chacra
Rio Negro Patagonia Argentina 13% White
Chardonnay. Vegan, Bio-dynamic, Certified Organic, Vegetarian
Arguably the finest vintage of Mainqué to date. Broad yet focused, the 2022 offers a honeyed texture cut by a spine of acidity. A hint of gunflint on the nose gives way to flavours of white peach, camomile and sea...(read more)
Amanda Barnes, Decanter
2021 FOSIL CHARDONNAY UCO VALLEY Tunuyán Zuccardi
Mendoza Argentina 12.8% White
Chardonnay.
2021 seems like a very good vintage at Zuccardi, and they consider it a superb year for whites. The 2021 Fósil has lower alcohol (12.8%) and a sharper profile and is austere, young and subtle with a seamless palat...(read more)
Luis Gutierrez, www.robertparker.com
2022 CHACRA CHARDONNAY Bodega Chacra
Rio Negro Patagonia Argentina 13% White
Chardonnay. Vegan, Bio-dynamic, Certified Organic, Vegetarian
Although initially shy, the 2022 unfurls with delicate layers of seashells, Meyer lemon and apple pie. Its acidity is taut as a tightrope, yet enveloped in flesh and quiet power. Complex, crystalline and my favourite vin...(read more)
Amanda Barnes, Decanter
2023 CHACRA CHARDONNAY Bodega Chacra
Rio Negro Patagonia Argentina 13% White
Chardonnay. Vegan, Bio-dynamic, Certified Organic, Vegetarian
The 2023 release shows Jean-Marc Roulot fully in his stride: elegant and linear, with a racy minerality and top notes of lemon curd and spring blossom. The crop was small due to frost – but therein lies its intensity and...(read more)
Amanda Barnes, DecanterORDER
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