Salentein Reserve Chardonnay (Barrel Selection)

Notes of: Grapefruit

Notes of: Honey

Notes of: Lemon

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Orange Blossom

Notes of: Apple

Salentein

Salentein Reserve Chardonnay (Barrel Selection)

Argentina, Mendoza

White wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.9

Most Reviewed

Price not available

WINE DESCRIPTION

Salentein Reserve Chardonnay (Barrel Selection) is a premium wine produced by Bodegas Salentein, a renowned winery located in the Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. The grapes are sourced from high-altitude vineyards, which benefit from the cool climate and mineral-rich soils. The winemaking process involves a careful barrel selection, with the wine aged in French oak for several months, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with notes of tropical fruit, citrus, and vanilla. This Chardonnay is a perfect example of the winery's commitment to producing high-quality wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. It is a full-bodied wine with a creamy texture and a long, satisfying finish, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate a rich and flavorful Chardonnay.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Salentein Reserve Chardonnay (Barrel Selection) boasts a complex nose of lemon zest, white flowers, and hints of oak and cream.On the palate, the wine is balanced and full-bodied, with a creamy texture and notes of apple, pear, and citrus. The finish is long and lingering with a subtle hint of spice. Overall, this is an elegant and well-crafted Chardonnay that is sure to please Chardonnay lovers.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Salentein

Region: Mendoza

Mendoza is the largest wine-producing region in Argentina, located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, producing some of the country's most renowned wines. With a long history of winemaking, Mendoza is now one of the most important wine regions in South America. The territory of Mendoza can be divided into five large sub-regions, which give the varieties their particular characteristics: Valle de Uco GI, integrated by the departments of Tunuyán, Tupungato and San Carlos; Primera Zona, which includes the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú; the Northern oasis (Lavalle and Las Heras), the East (San Martín, Rivadavia, Junín, Santa Rosa and La Paz) and the South (San Rafael, Malargüe and General Alvear), covering practically the entire provincial geography. Mendoza has been producing wine since the 16th century, when Spanish settlers first brought vines to the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of both red and white wines, with a focus on Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Torrontés. In recent years, Mendoza has become a leader in sustainable winemaking, with many producers focusing on organic and biodynamic practices.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

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