ALMA NEGRA
WHITE 2015
WHITE MYSTERY • UCO VALLEY • ARGENTINA
"The light hidden in darkness: a deep, complex white of a nobility that only time knows how to reveal."
The Enigma of Altitude
The Alma Negra White 2015 is a testament that Argentine whites can age with sublime grace. Produced by the Ernesto Catena Vineyards winery in the heart of the Uco Valley, this wine defies conventions. The 2015 vintage allowed for exceptional concentration, resulting in a wine that presents itself today with a mature aromatic palette, moving away from primary citrus notes to delve into hints of brioche, honey, and dried white flowers. It is a wine with a "soul," dense and extremely elegant. Discover this iconic vintage with secure delivery at LaCava.shop.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Ernesto Catena Vineyards.
Origin: Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina.
Vintage: 2015.
Aging: Fermentation and partial aging in French oak barrels.
Volume: 750 ml.
SKU / MPN: ALMA-NEGRA-BLANCO-2015
Style: Full-bodied white with remarkable evolution.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Intense golden color with amber highlights, brilliant and with heavy legs that denote its structure.
Nose: Complex bouquet highlighted by dried apricots, orange blossom honey, notes of nuts, and a subtle background of butter and vanilla contributed by its time in oak.
Palate: Unctuous, with imposing volume. The acidity remains present, providing support to a long, mineral, and slightly toasted finish. A white that behaves like a red in terms of weight.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairings and Suggested Moments
Gastronomy: Its maturity makes it ideal for complex dishes that would not normally go with young whites. Excellent with roasted poultry, pork with fruit sauces, mushroom risotto, smoked salmon, or even a board of intense cheeses like Gruyère or aged Comté.
Suggested Moments:
- Business: A "cult" white wine that surprises with its weight and seriousness at an executive lunch.
- Romantic Dinner: Pure elegance to accompany a sophisticated candlelight evening.
- Gift: Perfect for the connoisseur who seeks historic vintages and wines with aging potential.
- Summer (Sunset): To be enjoyed slowly as the sun sets, appreciating how its aromas change with the temperature.
- Special Celebration: For those who prefer whites but seek the stature of a great red.
- Family Meal: Wonderfully accompanies European heritage dishes such as Chicken Tarragon or Cod.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
Is it a sweet wine because it is a 2015?
No, it is a dry wine. Its honeyed notes come from the natural evolution of the Chardonnay grape in the bottle and the quality of the vintage, not from residual sugar.
At what temperature should it be served?
Unlike a young white, this 2015 is best enjoyed slightly less cold, between 10°C and 12°C (50°F-54°F), to allow its full aromatic complexity to open up.
Can it be stored longer?
Although it is at a moment of plenitude, its structure allows it to remain stable in the cellar for 2 or 3 more years, although it has already reached its peak of sophistication.