COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Matias Riccitelli
REGION
Mendoza
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Matias Riccitelli Gualtallary Chardonnay 2022 is a 100% Chardonnay from the Gualtallary sub-region of Mendoza, Argentina. The grapes are cultivated at high altitudes, around 1,400 meters, benefiting from the cool climate influences of this unique location. Matias Riccitelli Wines, established in 2009 by Matias Riccitelli, son of Jorge Riccitelli, focuses on micro-vinification and a contemporary aesthetic to express Argentine terroirs. The winery's philosophy centers on bottling the essence of each landscape through minimal intervention and hand-harvesting.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes grown at 1,400 meters (4,593 feet) above sea level.
Fact 02
Winemaker is the son of legendary Argentine winemaker Jorge Riccitelli.
Fact 03
Wine is fermented in older oak barriques for a pure style.
Fact 04
Often compared to a minerally, stony Chablis.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Matias Riccitelli Gualtallary Chardonnay 2022 is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes. Key winemaking techniques include micro-vinification and fermentation in older oak barriques, aiming for a pure and fresh style. The grapes are hand-harvested. The winery's approach focuses on minimal intervention to express the unique characteristics of the high-altitude Gualtallary terroir.
