{"product_id":"505-chardonnay-lujan-de-cuyo-mendoza-2021","title":"\"505\" Chardonnay, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza 2021","description":"\u003ch4\u003eVineyard and winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chardonnay comes from Casarena’s vineyards in Luján de Cuyo, planted at approximately 900 to 960 metres above sea level. Warm, sunny days encourage full flavour development, while cooler nights help the grapes retain the acidity needed for a fresh, well-defined expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bunches are selected by hand before gentle pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks with selected yeasts at low temperatures, preserving the variety’s aromatic character. Malolactic fermentation is avoided, keeping the wine bright and precise rather than overtly buttery or oak-led.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear, pale gold with a subtle green tint at the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow apple and white peach are joined by pineapple, lemon peel and a lightly stony note. The aromas are ripe but composed, with freshness providing definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePalate\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRounded on entry, with generous orchard and tropical fruit balanced by clean, lively acidity. A gentle creaminess gives the mid-palate breadth without adding weight, while flavours of crisp pear, citrus and a faint mineral edge carry into a refreshing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of rounded fruit and bright acidity works particularly well with roast hake served with brown shrimp and lemon butter, or a smoked haddock and leek fish pie. It is equally comfortable alongside a mild coconut and ginger chicken curry or a courgette and ricotta tart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBackground story\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 505 range takes its name from Casarena’s home on Brandsen 505 in Perdriel, where the estate occupies a historic winery dating from 1937. The wines are intended to offer a direct and accessible introduction to the character of Luján de Cuyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this Chardonnay, Casarena favours a stainless-steel-led approach that places the emphasis on fruit, freshness and texture. It offers a contrasting expression to the richer, heavily oaked style sometimes associated with Mendoza Chardonnay, while retaining the natural generosity of fruit encouraged by the region’s sunny climate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casarena","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54917453676926,"sku":"UUCAS505CHARD21","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/1984\/8252\/files\/casarena-505-chardonnay-lujan-de-cuyo-mendoza-2021-600x960.png?v=1791384671","url":"https:\/\/sommelierschoice.co.uk\/products\/505-chardonnay-lujan-de-cuyo-mendoza-2021","provider":"Sommelier's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}