Catena Zapata, Adrianna Vineyard, White Stones Chardonnay 2020
Product Information
Country Argentina
Region Mendoza
Grape Variety Chardonnay
Vintage 2020
ABV 12.5%
Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay 2020, Premium Argentinian White Wine
Experience the elegance of Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay 2020, a rare single-parcel Chardonnay from the famed Gualtallary sub-region in Tupungato Alto, Mendoza. Handcrafted by the renowned Catena Zapata winery, this limited-production white wine hails from 27 select rows of the Adrianna Vineyard, situated at an impressive 4,757 feet above sea level.
The name “White Stones” comes from the alluvial, gravel-covered soil rich in white oval stones, which creates the perfect terroir for producing high-acid, mineral-driven Chardonnay with exceptional aging potential.
Tasting & Winemaking Notes
• Fermentation: Wild yeast fermentation in French oak barrels (45–95 days)
• Aging: 12–16 months in second to fourth-use French oak
• Techniques: Cold settling, battonage, partial malolactic fermentation
• Unfined & Unfiltered
Crafted with meticulous precision, this Chardonnay undergoes a slow, cool fermentation followed by aging in seasoned oak barrels to highlight purity, minerality, and finesse. The result is a crisp, complex white wine with notes of citrus, white flowers, wet stones, and a subtle creaminess.
Vineyard Terroir
The extreme altitude and poor, rocky soils of this unique parcel cause the vines to struggle, resulting in low yields and concentrated fruit. Cool mountain nights ensure slow ripening and outstanding natural acidity, essential for age-worthy Chardonnay.
Food Pairing Suggestions
• Grilled lobster or scallops
• Roasted chicken with lemon and herbs.
• Soft cheeses like Brie or Camembert
• Fresh seafood pasta
Why Buy Adrianna Vineyard White Stones Chardonnay 2020?
• Sourced from one of Argentina’s most iconic high-altitude vineyards.
• Limited-production, collector-worthy vintage
• Ideal for cellaring or immediate enjoyment
A Legacy of Excellence from Mendoza, Argentina
Founded in 1902 by Italian immigrant Nicola Catena, the Catena Zapata winery has remained family-owned for over four generations. As one of the few major Argentine wine producers still in Argentine hands, the Catena family has played a key role in shaping the future of winemaking in South America.
In the 1980s, Dr. Nicolás Catena Zapata transformed the industry by pioneering high-altitude vineyards in the Andes foothills of Mendoza. His groundbreaking work, especially with Malbec, put Argentine wines on the global map. By the mid-1990s, his daughter, Dr. Laura Catena, joined the mission, continuing the family’s tradition of innovation and excellence.
Today, Catena Zapata holds more 100-point wine ratings than any other winery in South America and is globally recognised for quality and sustainability. Certified by Bodegas de Argentina, the winery also leads in research on terroir, soil, and historic grape clones.
