MENDEL WINES Semillon - Valle de Uco, Mendoza 2021 Bottle (los)

Description

Mendel Semillon, sourced from the distinguished Paraje Altamira region, showcases the impressive potential of white wines in this unique rocky terroir. This wine has garnered high praise, receiving 94 points from Decanter and 92 points from Wine Enthusiast. Decanter highlights its balance, featuring floral and ripe citrus aromas alongside hints of fennel, spice, and elegant oak from 15% barrel fermentation. On the palate, it delivers an unctuous texture with intense freshness and refinement, finishing bold and fragrant. Wine Enthusiast notes delicate aromas of white flowers, pear, and green apple, with an oily palate revealing flavours of honey, grapefruit, and orange peel. With lively acidity and saline notes, this captivating Semillon is perfect for enjoyment now through 2028.

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Mendel Wines is a boutique winery located in Mendoza, Argentina, renowned for producing high-quality wines that highlight the region's unique terroir. Founded in 2001 by winemaker Roberto de la Mota and his partner, the estate primarily focuses on Malbec, while also crafting exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. The vineyards are situated at high altitudes, benefiting from sunny days and cool nights, which promote optimal grape ripeness and acidity. Mendel Wines employs sustainable farming practices and meticulous vineyard management to ensure top-quality fruit. The wines are celebrated for their elegance, complexity, and well-integrated oak, showcasing rich flavors of dark fruits, spices, and floral notes. Mendel has gained recognition among wine enthusiasts and collectors seeking fine Argentine wines.

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DECANTER 94 points
Tasted by: Alejandro Iglesias
(at Paraje Altamira GI 10 Years On Tasting, 02 Aug 2023)
Drinking Window: 2023 - 2028
Although Paraje Altamira is renowned for its reds, the rocky soils there also produce some extraordinary whites. This Semillon is one of the most interesting of these, hailing from a 1942 vineyard planted at a height of 1,097m. Winningly balanced with floral and ripe citrus aromas alongside hints of fennel, spice and elegant oaky notes (15% was barrel-fermented), it’s unctuous in the mouth with intense freshness and a refined texture. The finish is bold and fragrant.

WINE ENTHUSIAST 92 points
Mendel was one of the first wineries to rediscover Sémillion in Argentina. This wine comes from old vines in the Uco Valley and presents delicate notes of white flowers, pear, green apple and white grapefruit, with a dash of linden tea. The oily palate introduces notes of honey, grapefruit, orange peel, white peach and pear. It has good lively acidity and saline notes in the fresh aftertaste. Drink now through 2028. — Jesica Vargas