Delicate aromas of melon, mango and pineapple perfume the nose and repeat on the palate. The wine’s tropical character is balanced by zesty acidity. Key lime, green apple and leafy notes add an extra layer of flavor to this zippy and fruity Chardonnay. Palm Bay International. —J.V.
Medium to full body with pears, apricots, baked apples and brioche on the nose with lemon and grapefruit zest too. Creamy and flavorful. Excellent freshness to the ripe stone fruit. Vegan. Screw cap.
White grapefruit, green apple and lime perfume the nose. A medium-in-weight palate offers notes of honey and lime joined by subtle peach, apple and herbaceous flavors. Coming from one of the highest altitude vineyards in Uco Valley, San Pablo, it has vigorous acidity, mineral character and a long finish with subtle oak spices. Palm Bay International. Best Buy. —J.V.
Best BuyThe 2020 Chardonnay Salentein Reserve from Los Árboles in the Uco Valley was aged for six months on the lees in varied-use barrels. Greenish yellow in color. The aromas feature cordial, apple, pear and vanilla with a hint of lemon. Creamy and watery in the mouth with integrated freshness and a voluminous flow; the malic acidity brings good grip and character. A well-balanced wine.
PlatinumAromas of cream, ripe apricot, honeydew melon and lemon shortbread. It’s medium-bodied with bright acidity. Smooth and flavorful with lots of cream and stone fruit. Drink now. Screw cap.
PlatinumThe oenologist José Galante made the first oak-aged Chardonnays in Argentina. Today, he is Head Winemaker at Bodega Salentein and his experience comes to bear in this 2019 Salentein Reserve Chardonnay which was 60% barrel-aged for 6 months. Straw yellow in color, it presents aromas of citrus, pear, corn, hazelnuts and linden blossom. A complex wine for the price range, it is creamy and full-bodied in the mouth without sacrificing freshness. Another white halfway between Burgundy and California.
PlatinumFreshly cut pineapple and lemon zest with nectarine and creamy, lactic notes. Round and textural with fresh, almost brisk acidity to highlight the flavors, which feature some Greek yoghurt, but not too much. Fresh and clean. Drink now.
PlatinumAttractive hazelnut and toast aromas with hints of coconut and dried herbs, drawing you into this very balanced, medium-bodied chardonnay with a long finish that’s both creamy and fresh. Drink now.
PlatinumSoft, subtle, creamy and dry with notes of buttered rye toast, apple tart and cinnamon.
PlatinumOily citrus aromas are pungent on the nose. This is chunky but braced by firm acidity. Waxy, warm, oaky flavors of caramel and baked apple finish with punchy citric acidity and an oak-based touch of butterscoth.
Pale, bright yellow. Pungent tropical fruit lift to the lively aromas and flavors of apple, citrus peel and flowers, complicated by piquant ginger and nutmeg notes from the oak. Juicy, spicy and penetrating if a bit bony; offers modest depth but good refreshment value. Finishes with a firm edge.
Bright yellow. Fresh apple, citrus peel and spicy oak on the nose. Supple and slightly sweet, showing moderate concentration to the flavors of apple and lemon accented by flowers and herbs. A bit oaky on the back but easy to drink.
