WINE OVERVIEW
Luca is Laura Catena's passion project to rescue old vines and produce wines that express the history and soul of Mendoza's century-old vineyards. She believes that “old vines are family” and strives to highlight the vignerons behind the wines and preserve the genetic diversity of Mendoza's historic vines. Luca purchases fruit from small growers, allowing these families to continue farming for another generation. She replants her vineyards using massale selections from Mendoza's 100-year-old vineyards. The historic G-Lot parcels of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Gualtallary were planted over 30 years ago and are at the edge of where grapes can ripen in Mendoza, at nearly 5,000 feet elevation. Laura Catena is a 4th generation vintner, mother of three, author, ER doctor, and one of the wine industry's most prominent voices. In 2023, she was given the first "Old Vine Hero" award by The Old Vine Conference. Luis Reginato works beside Laura as Luca's winemaker and the Vineyard Director for Catena Zapata Family Vineyards. Luca has had 10 wines recognized as Top 100 Wine of the Year. Luca is named after Laura's first son, who was born the same year the brand was founded.
Noteworthy Distictions
Tasting Notes
Beautiful pale-gold color with enticing aromas of lemon crème, baking spices and some notes of dulce de leche. The aromas carry through to the palate, and are joined by hints of tropical fruit, spiced baked pear, and a stony/mineral flavor that creates a stylish wine that seems part New and part Old World.
Food Pairing
Pairs well with most fish, lobster, crab, chicken, and even many pork preparations. Particularly recommended with dishes using sautéed wild mushrooms or butter sauces. This wine will age well for years in a cellar.
Tech Details
The G-Lot was the first extreme high altitude Chardonnay vineyard planted in Gualtallary located in Tupungato in the Uco Valley. The vineyard is comprised of rocky soils with dense calcareous sediments leading to mineral aromatics and optimal acidity.
85% is aged in 25% new oak and 65% 2nd use oak. Fermented at very low temperatures. 60% malolactic fermentation.
- Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
- Region: Gualtallary, Tupungato (Uco Valley)
- Avg Elevation: 5000 feet
- Avg Age of Vines: 30 years
- PH: 3.45
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Size: 12/750ml
- Cases Imported: 700
- UPC: 835603001075
