2023 Mendel Argentina Semillon
Grape
Semillon
Its Origins
Mendel Winery embodies the union of Roberto de la Mota - one of Argentina’s most respected and experienced winemakers - with an established Argentine family. Together they are dedicated to producing wines of unquestionable superior quality expressing the quality and character of their very old Malbec vineyards in Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina.
What The Critics Say
95/100 Tim Atkin MW
"BEST SEMILLON OF THE YEAR - Still something of a bargain given its pedigree and track record, Mendel’s Semillón almost single-handedly resurrected the variety’s fortunes in Argentina. Sourced from a Paraje Altamira block planted in 1942, it’s a subtly oaked delight, all citrus, aniseed and beeswax with a stony freshness and subtle wood spices."
93/100 JamesSuckling.com, Zekun Shuai
"Flinty nose with lemon zest, yellow kiwi, wet stone, light honey and burnt feathers. Medium-bodied on the palate, with bright acidity and a chalky feel at the end. Long and minerally finish. This will gain complexity as it ages. Better from 2026. Screw cap.
94/100 Decanter, Alejandro Iglesias (2021 vintage)
"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."
| Variety | Semillon |
|---|---|
| Region | Mendoza |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 13.50% |
| Maturity | 2024 - 2032 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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