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Santa Julia

Santa Julia La Mantis Pet Nat

Argentina, Mendoza

White sparkling wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.0

Most Reviewed

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WINE DESCRIPTION

"Santa Julia La Mantis Pet Nat" represents an innovative and delightful foray into the world of natural wines by Santa Julia, a winery celebrated for its commitment to sustainability and organic viticulture in Argentina. This Petillant Naturel (Pet Nat) is crafted using the ancestral method, where the wine is bottled before the primary fermentation is completed, without the addition of external yeasts or sugars. This technique captures the essence of the grape in its most natural form, resulting in a lightly sparkling wine that is both refreshing and complex. Santa Julia, located in the renowned Mendoza region, is at the forefront of organic wine production in Argentina, ensuring that "La Mantis Pet Nat" is not only an expression of the terroir but also of the winery's dedication to environmental stewardship.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

"Santa Julia La Mantis Pet Nat" bursts with lively effervescence and a hazy golden hue, a characteristic of its unfiltered and minimal intervention winemaking process.The nose is greeted with an array of fresh and vibrant aromas, including green apple, pear, and a hint of yeastiness, reminiscent of freshly baked bread. On the palate, it is light and zesty, with a crisp acidity that complements the natural fruit sweetness and subtle minerality. Flavors of citrus fruits and white peaches dominate, followed by a clean, refreshing finish.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Santa Julia

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

4.0

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