Bodega Catena Zapata

High Mountain Vines Mendoza Chardonnay

8.821 ratings
9.31 pro ratings
Mendoza, Cuyo, Argentina
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
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@CatenaWines 2014 Chardonnay (SRP $20): Fruit for this Chardonnay was sourced from three high-altitude vineyards, all owned by the Catena family that range from 3,100 to 4,700 feet. Aromas of pear tart, citrus blossom and spiced fruitcake are joined on the palate by yellow-fleshed fruit flavors and floral notes. It is noticeably round with a sweet, mouth-filling texture supported by adequate acidity and freshness. A very enjoyable Chardonnay; it ends with a faint mineral streak and overtones of spice lingering on the medium-long finish. Try a bottle with pasta, risotto dishes or oven-roasted chicken. It’s also a satisfying solitary sipper. Region: Mendoza, Argentina. Other info: ABV 13.5%, partial ML, matured in new-to-two year old French oak barrels for 10 months, bottled aged 12 months, and natural cork enclosure.

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@CatenaWines 2014 Chardonnay (SRP $20): Fruit for this Chardonnay was sourced from three high-altitude vineyards, all owned by the Catena family that range from 3,100 to 4,700 feet. Aromas of pear tart, citrus blossom and spiced fruitcake are joined on the palate by yellow-fleshed fruit flavors and floral notes. It is noticeably round with a sweet, mouth-filling texture supported by adequate acidity and freshness. A very enjoyable Chardonnay; it ends with a faint mineral streak and overtones of spice lingering on the medium-long finish. Try a bottle with pasta, risotto dishes or oven-roasted chicken. It’s also a satisfying solitary sipper. Region: Mendoza, Argentina. Other info: ABV 13.5%, partial ML, matured in new-to-two year old French oak barrels for 10 months, bottled aged 12 months, and natural cork enclosure.

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1 person found it helpfulFeb 10th, 2017
Charlie Beatty

Buyer wineworksonline.com

9.3

Surprising this 2014 stands out to me! Purchased on Sale for 13.98! Yup good price. On opening a little restrained. Gave it 15 minutes and WOW tropical fruits with good acid backbone, and yes just a hint of oak. Real creamy on the finish. I would say 93+ Rating from me. CB

Surprising this 2014 stands out to me! Purchased on Sale for 13.98! Yup good price. On opening a little restrained. Gave it 15 minutes and WOW tropical fruits with good acid backbone, and yes just a hint of oak. Real creamy on the finish. I would say 93+ Rating from me. CB

Jun 6th, 2016
@DrinkingKC

Awesome for price

Awesome for price

May 9th, 2017
Beginner Wine Enthusiast

Fruity, smooth, with good body

Fruity, smooth, with good body

Feb 20th, 2017
Dart Parker

Not bad! Good value! #UncleSteveApproved

Not bad! Good value! #UncleSteveApproved

Dec 25th, 2016
Levi Joseph Dawson

Smooth drinking Chardonnay from a good Chilean producer.

Smooth drinking Chardonnay from a good Chilean producer.

Sep 4th, 2016
Michael swint

Always a decent bottle

Always a decent bottle

Jun 20th, 2016
Victor Tenias

Limpio, brillante. Color Amarillo verdoso. Aromas primarias de melocoton, manzana. Secundarios de pan tostado, mantequilla, terciarios vainilla

Limpio, brillante. Color Amarillo verdoso. Aromas primarias de melocoton, manzana. Secundarios de pan tostado, mantequilla, terciarios vainilla

Mar 9th, 2016
Brian Ferrara

Brian had this 7 years ago

Brian had this 7 years ago

Sep 1st, 2017
Ian Aronson

Ian had this 7 years ago

Ian had this 7 years ago

May 29th, 2017