Raffy - Familia Zanchetta
Pardus Chardonnay
To the eye it shows a medium-intensity golden color with coppery hues. On the nose a notable ripeness is perceived, unfolding aromas of yellow fruit and sweet citrus, accompanied by subtle notes of crushed fruit and a very delicate oak that remains elegantly in the background.
On the palate it is broad and generous, with a creamy texture and a rounded acidity that brings balance. Ripe yellow fruit reappears, supported by a soft tannic frame in the background. The wine closes on a medium-to-long, elegant and well-structured finish.
Category: Pardus
Label: Chardonnay
Technical Sheet
Line: Dionisios
Identity and Origin
Variety: Chardonnay. Water quality: sourced from Andean snowmelt. Irrigation: sustainable drip irrigation system. Harvest: hand-picked into 12 kg crates, staggered by block. Region: Valle Alto de Uco, Mendoza (1300 masl). Denomination of Origin: IG Gualtallary. Terroir: alluvial, sandy soils. Quality certifications: ISO 9001, organic (certification in progress).
Analytical Profile (may vary by vintage)
Variety: 100% Chardonnay (white wine). Color: medium-intensity golden with coppery hues. Alcohol: 14%. pH / Acidity: pH 3.5. Total acidity: 5.10 g/l. Residual sugar: 1.43 g/l. Sulfites: reduced (20 ppm free at bottling, less than half the amount allowed by international organic standards).
Vinification
Production: long pre-fermentation maceration and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Sound treatment in tank: sound-harmonization process during fermentation. Production: produced and bottled on the estate.
Aging and Cellaring
Aging: 6 months in lightly toasted French oak barrels (third use), with a very subtle wood contribution. Harmonization: aging accompanied by seasonal sound frequencies for tannin polishing and organoleptic stability. Cellaring: up to 7 years.
Export markets: France, Canada and England.
Awards
| Award | Tasting year | Bottling year | Medal / Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Challenge Gilbert Gaillard | 2025 | 2024 |  |
| Tasted by Andreas Larsson Best Sommelier in the World | 2025 | 2024 |  |
