Argentinean Trumpeter Chardonnay

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An apple and fragrant pear scented wine, with a nice herbal edge. Intense sweetness on the palate, with a powerful concentration of fruit.Buy wine online from wines to buy online store. THE VINEYARD Rutini Wines is one of the oldest and most celebrated wineries in Argentina. Its origins date back the late 19th century when Italian immigrant Felipe Rutini planted his first vines at what remains the site of the present-day winery in Maipú, in the province of Mendoza. The Rutini winery was founded in 1885, and has since then been consistently commended for the outstanding quality and character of its wines. Rutini Wines currently owns estates in five different areas of Mendoza, including Maipú, Rivadavia, La Consulta, Altamira and Tupungato, with a total of 255 hectares under vine. This diverse source of vineyard sites allows us to cultivate each individual grape variety in the area that offers the best suited growing conditions. Of particular value is the source of old vines in the highly coveted region of La Consulta, where many believe the best Malbec grapes in Mendoza are being grown today. Here our vines reach ages of 65 years. The concentrated yields produced by these vines, combined with the high altitude, cool air and intense sunshine in this region, create grapes with rich fruit character, deep colour and smooth, ripe tannins. HARVEST & AGEING The grapes are sourced from 13 year old vineyards in Tupungato, 1100 metres above sea level, Mendoza. The vines are trained using the vertical shoot positioning system and irrigated by drip irrigation. Soils in the area are mostly sandy. Yield is approximately 12,000 kgs per hectare. Grapes are hand-harvested. 30% barrel fermentation takes places for 7 months in 50% new French oak, 50% second and third use French oak. 30% Malolactic fermentation. WINEMAKER’S NOTES Aromas of rich tropical fruit lead into flavors of citrus fruits pineapple followed by a refreshingly crisp finish with hints of vanilla. Grape Varieties: 100% Chardonnay Finished Alcohol: 13.5% Acidity/pH: 5.85g/l/3.42