Portillo Chardonnay

Argentina, Mendoza, Uco Valley
Bottle
Identity
Producer Bodegas Salentein
Year NV (Non-Vintage)
Vol 0.75
Grapes 100% Chardonnay
Color White
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc Bright yellow with light green glints
Aroma Tropical fruit aromas including mango, kiwi, pineapple, fresh lemon, with subtle scents of green apple and pear and mineral notes
Palate Powerful and fresh on the palate with flavors of pineapple, citrus, apples, butter, and oaky notes; gentle entry and balanced structure
Finish Long and pleasant finish with buttery and tropical fruit notes
Food Pairing Pork, salmon, tuna, homemade burger, fish balls, zucchini quiche, goat cheese quiche
Serving Temp 10
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 13.0
Aging Process Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with cooled fermentation; maturation in oak barrels underground
Fermentation Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with temperature control; maturation in oak barrels underground
Terroir
Altitude (m) 1100
Soil Stony soils in Uco Valley
Vine Age 30
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Grapes harvested in the evening when temperatures drop to 50°F-53°F
Interesting facts
Portillo wines are named after the historic mountain passage connecting the Andes with the Uco Valley, reflecting the winery's tradition and unique style.
Logistics
Cork natural cork