Ernesto Catena

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Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2019

John Howard
9.3

Best domestic Chenin! — 5 days ago

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Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

!00% agreed. Planted in 1966, I believe.
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@Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego dammmn that makes sense! So good.

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Vista Flores Malbec 2019

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Catena Alta Historic Rows Chardonnay 2022

Sourced from the high-elevation Adrianna and Domingo vineyards in Mendoza, this 100% Chardonnay is a striking example of mountain-grown elegance. It opens with vivid aromas of pear, apple, and apricot, laced with citrus zest and delicate jasmine.

On the palate, those orchard fruits carry through with clarity, lifted by chalky minerality and just a whisper of vanilla from restrained oak aging.

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