The 2021 White Stones Chardonnay is subtler and more elegant, a little closed with moderate ripeness and alcohol (12.5%) and a mineral palate with strong chalky sensations. It might be worth reproducing their explanation about this wine, one of the finest whites in Argentina: “The term ‘white stones’ refers to the composition of said rows of soil, with white oval stones covered by gravel. The vineyard ‘Adrianna’ is planted at an altitude of almost 1,500 meters above sea level, in the district of Gualtallary in Tupungato. The stony soil prevents deep root growth, providing optimum drainage.
These soils are very poor in organic matter and contribute tosupport vines’ permanent stress conditions. The cool nights allow for very slow ripening, optimal acid retention and low yields.” This is serious and tasty.
98 points Luis Gutiérrez robertparker.com Dec 2022 Drink 2023-2031
A very mineral, flinty chardonnay full of wet stones, lime and some green fruit. Austere and chalky on the medium-bodied palate, really transparent and elegant with super bright and beautifully integrated acidity. Pure, linear and long.
98 points jamessuckling.com April 2023
Product/Service Sold Out | No |
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En Primeur | No |
New Arrivals | No |
Wine Type | White Wine |
Wine Style | Certified Organic |
Country | Argentina |
Region | Mendoza |
Varietals | Chardonnay |
Vintage | 2021 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Wine Points | 98 |