COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Semillon
PRODUCER
Mendel Wines
REGION
Mendoza
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Mendel Semillon 2022 is a white wine from Mendoza, Argentina, produced by Mendel Wines. It is made from 100% Semillon grapes sourced from the historic Paraje Altamira vineyard in the Uco Valley, where vines were planted as early as 1942. The vineyard's high altitude of approximately 1,100 meters contributes to the wine's character. Mendel Wines was founded by Anabelle Sielecki in partnership with winemaker Roberto de la Mota, aiming to express the essence of old-vine terroirs. This wine is noted for its role in the revival of Semillon in Argentina.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Crafted from vines planted as early as 1942.
Fact 02
A rare single-vineyard Semillon from Argentina.
Fact 03
Reviving the reputation of the Semillon varietal.
Fact 04
High-altitude vineyard at 1,100 meters.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Mendel Semillon 2022 is produced using 100% Semillon grapes. Following manual harvest and cluster selection, the grapes are chilled and whole clusters are pressed gently. The majority of the wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks, with 20% of the volume undergoing fermentation in new French oak barrels. The wine is then aged for six months, with 90% in non-oak vessels and 10% in barrel.
