Catena 'White Clay' Semillon-Chenin Blanc Blend 2025 - 750ml

94pts James Suckling

This shows golden fruit, white flowers and chamomile on the nose. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, crunchy and textured, with a chewy yet pleasant mouthfeel and persistent freshness. Incisive and enjoyable. A blend of semillon and chenin blanc.

91pts Wine Advocate

A blend of 60% Sémillon and 40% Chenin Blanc from vines planted in 1983, the 2024 Appellation Luján de Cuyo White Clay matured for up to eight months in barrique. Introducing itself with an herbal, tropical and creamy nose, the palate is oily and rich before transitioning to a vibrant, succulent and gently tensile finish.

91pts Wine Spectator

Subtle, rich details of honey and chamomile lure you in, but they’re fool’s gold, as vibrant acidity, crushed rock and salt drive the palate, with yellow apple and apricot flavors at the center. Ends with hints of herbs and more mineral notes on the refreshing finish. Sémillon and Chenin.

Winemaker Notes

Deeply aromatic with expressive citrus and peach with a rich and mineral finish. Pairs well with vegetables, pasta and grilled white meats. This blend of Semillon and Chenin Blanc is Argentina's century-old traditional white wine.

Blend: 60% Sémillon, 40% Chenin Blanc

Importer Notes

Semillón and Chenin Blanc used to be the two most widely planted white grape varieties in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza´s historical region for premium wines. Semillón came to Argentina in the 19th century and was planted in field blends with Malbec as it was in France. A century ago, the blend of Semillón and Chenin Blanc constituted the classic white wine of Argentina. Catena Appellation White Clay is our modern interpretation of this classic, a wine with intense minerality, good grip on the palate and richly textured.

Blend: 52% Semillon and 48% Chenin Blanc