Wine List
Finca Sophenia Reserve Chardonnay 2009
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- Mendoza
- Producer
- Finca Sophenia
- Grape(s)
- Chardonnay
- Type
- White
- Style
- Aromatic
- Oaked Style
- Lightly oaked
- Body Style
- Full bodied
- Dry / Sweet Style
- Dry
- Alcohol Content (%)
- 14
- Closure Style
- Cork
- Organic / Biodynamic
- Normal
Region
The biggest and most important of Argentina`s wine regions, Mendoza includes a wide variety of altitudes and micro-climates to allow a huge range of wine styles. Many early winemakers were of Italian origin and brought with them their native Barbera, Bonarda and Sangiovese. However, it is Malbec, originally from Bordeaux and the south west of France, that has established the most successful presence in Mendoza.
Producer
Located in the high altitude Tupungato Valley region of Mendoza, this modern winery benefits from a long, cool growing season and strong UV sunlight that helps maximise the aromas and complexity of the resulting grapes.Tupungato sits at the western extreme of Mendoza right at the foot of the Andes mountains with an elevation of 1,200 meters giving benefit to the vineyards from a much cooler climate, abundant sun, and sharp contrast between day and night temperatures. When all the above is combined it allows the winemaker the opportunity to produce wines with utmost expression. Wine consultant Michel Rolland (from Bordeaux) has added his expertise to this project and in the last few years since launch the range of wines have received numerous awards and accolades.
Tasting (Long)
Golden yellow colour of good intensity. Intense tropical fruit aromas like pineapple, mango and peach, with delicate citric and mineral hints. Vanilla and toast notes confer elegance and complexity. In the mouth, it shows a sweet and concentrated entrance of good balance leading to a fresh and persistent finish.
Tasting (Short)
Golden yellow colour, intense tropical fruit aromas with delicate citric and mineral hints. Vanilla and toasty notes confer elegance and complexity. In the mouth, sweet and concentrated with good balance leading to a fresh and persistent finish.
Food
Grilled sea bass and tuna and Thai style fishcakes and rich pasta dishes.
Awards
Wine Enthusiast May 2008 - 86 points. Decanter silver medal 2009.
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