Rutini ‘Trumpeter’ Chardonnay
WHY WE LOVE IT
- The Rutini Wines Trumpeter Chardonnay is a fresh, medium-bodied white wine produced in the Uco Valley of Argentina, renowned for its high altitude.
- The vineyards benefit from stony, pebble-covered soils that provide excellent natural drainage and a cool mountain microclimate. This distinctive mountainous environment contributes to a fresh, well-balanced white wine with bright fruit flavors and crisp mineral characteristics.
- The wine has an aging potential of up to 2 years.
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Elaboration: Fermentation is conducted in a temperature-controlled stainless-steel vessel. About 10% of the blend undergoes aging in French oak barrels for roughly 6 months, while the rest remains un-oaked.
Tasting Notes: Golden yellow with greenish reflections. Its bouquet develops aromas that evoke ripe peaches and apples, along with tropical notes of pineapple. On the palate, its aromatic profile is confirmed, enhanced by its balance and smoothness, ensuring a pleasant experience from the first moment.
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Rutini Wines was founded in the early 19th century by Felipe Rutini in Ascoli Piceno, Italy. After earning his degree as a Fatore Agrario, he emigrated to the Americas, planting his first vines in Coquimbito, Mendoza, and building a winery by 1885 under the motto “Labor et perseverantia.”
For nearly a century, Rutini Wines has been synonymous with quality in Argentina, pioneering the first vineyard in the Tupungato region in 1925. In 2008, they opened a state-of-the-art winery led by renowned winemaker Mariano Di Paola.
The winery employs eco-friendly practices and has a 92% compliance rate with international environmental standards since launching its sustainability program in 2019. As a leader in the Argentinian premium wine industry, Rutini Wines remains committed to producing exceptional quality wines through their expertise and modern facilities.