Discover the elegance and purity of Botanico Gualtallary Chardonnay, crafted exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes sourced from the exceptional Gualtallary subregion in the Uco Valley. Here, vines thrive in sandy soils of varying depth, producing fruit of remarkable quality and character. This wine is vinified with meticulous attention to detail: hand-selected bunches undergo gentle pressing, and fermentation takes place with native yeasts in concrete vats, followed by ageing in the same vessels. Notably, malolactic fermentation is deliberately avoided, preserving the wine's freshness, precision, and unique sense of place. The result is a Chardonnay that captures the vitality and expressiveness for which Gualtallary is renowned, offering an authentic taste of Argentina's high-altitude terroir.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Pale straw in colour with a luminous, green-tinted edge, this Chardonnay gleams with clarity and youthful vibrancy in the glass.
Nose:
The bouquet is fresh and enticing, brimming with aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, and subtle notes of green apple. Delicate hints of wild flowers and mineral undertones evoke the wine's high-altitude origins, while a touch of wet stone speaks to the sandy soils of Gualtallary.
Palate:
On the palate, this wine dazzles with its purity and concentration. Bright, zesty acidity lifts layers of crisp orchard fruits, lemon zest, and white nectarine, augmented by a stony minerality that runs from start to finish. The absence of malolactic fermentation ensures a linear, mouth-watering character, while the concrete vat ageing adds gentle texture and roundness without masking the fruit or minerality. The balance is impeccable, offering an energetic and harmonious expression that remains supremely elegant.
Finish:
The finish is long, saline, and refreshingly clean, leaving a subtle impression of citrus and chalky minerality. This structure and verve make it a versatile companion for food, pairing beautifully with seafood, poultry, and dishes that celebrate fresh, vibrant flavours. Botanico Gualtallary Chardonnay is a wine that encapsulates the distinctive terroir and precision winemaking of the Uco Valley, delivering complexity, freshness, and finesse in every glass.
