Catena Zapata Chardonnay Mendoza Adrianna Vyd White Bones 2018

97+ points Luis Gutiérrez (Wine Advocate): “[$140 list] The 2018 White Bones Chardonnay shows a slightly showier personality than the 2018 White Stones, but it’s less balsamic and minty than the 2017 White Bones. But this bottling is always a little more aromatic and forward than the more backward White Stones; there are flowers, pollen, herbs and white pepper. But both whites are more about the place and vintage, more about the chalky soils that give them a very specific mouthfeel, with a dry, austere personality. 6,000 bottles were filled in May 2019. Drink: 2019-2028. (Oct 2019)”

97 points Tim Atkin, MW: “(12.6%). “Pure limestone” is how Ale Vigil describes the soils in this part of the Adrianna Vineyard, planted in 1992. Saline, taut and focused, this stunning Chardonnay is an Uco Valley tribute to the great whites of Burgundy, with minerality to spare, chiselled acidity, stylish oak and a finish that lingers tantalisingly on the palate. 2022-29. (2021)”