Catena White Clay Appellation Lujan de Cuyo

This blend opens with aromatics of honeysuckle, citrus blossom, and pear, white peach, and quince with subtle chamomile and flinty minerality. On the palate, it’s a bright wine with notes of lemon curd, yellow apple, citrus-zest and chalky mineral snap. Catena wines, launched in 1992, set a new standard for quality in South America. The wines proved the quality potential of Argentina and garnered the first outstanding reviews for Argentine wines from worldwide media.

Grape VarietalSemillón, Chenin Blanc

FeatureSustainable

Country: Argentina

Region: Mendoza

Appellation: Lujan de Cuyo

Grape Profile: Semillón is a white grape originally from the Bordeaux region of France. Aromas of citrus fruits such as lemon and lime, as well as green apple, pear, and melon. Chenin Blanc is a versatile white grape variety. Known for its high acidity and excellent aging potential with flavors of green apple, quince, pear.

Region Profile: Luján de Cuyo, located in the heart of Mendoza, Argentina, is one of the country’s most prestigious wine regions. The combination of high altitude and arid conditions helps retain acidity and purity of fruit, defining the character of Luján de Cuyo’s wines.

Pair with: Seafood like grilled shrimp or scallops. Lighter dishes like fresh salads and light pastas. White meats like poultry and pork with seasonings of citrus and herbs. Soft cheeses like brie and goat cheese. Mediterranean and Middle Eastern mezze appetizers.