For over four generations, the Catena family has grown vines in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Mendoza, Argentina. In his pursuit to make wines that stand with the best in the world, Nicolás Catena identified the best lots, and rows, in the Catena family’s estate vineyards.

White Stones Chardonnay comes from a select 27 rows within Block 1 of the Adrianna Vineyard. The name refers to the ground beneath the vines which is covered with gravel – oval white stones.

The Adrianna vineyard is located at almost 5,000’ elevation in the Gualtallary sub-district of the Tupungato region. The rocky soil prevents deep root growth and allows for ideal drainage conditions. These are very poor soils where the vines are constantly in conditions of stress. The cool nights allow for very slow ripening, optimal acid retention and low yields.

2014 was the coolest harvest since 2001, with high natural acidity, freshness, concentration, and perfect balance of acidity and alcohol. Ripening happened to perfection despite cooler temperatures; phenomenal ageability predicted for the White Stones Chardonnay.

The White Stones Chardonnay has a bright lemon yellow color with gold highlights. Bright lemon yellow color with gold highlights. Aromas of pears and apples underscored by vanilla, white flowers, and stony minerality. Flavors of baked red apples, Bosc pears, quince, creamy vanilla, and baking spices. Finish crisp and bright with stony minerality.