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    This document describes the 2010 vintage of Graffigna Centenario Chardonnay wine from San Juan, Argentina. It summarizes the ideal weather conditions of 2010 which produced healthy grapes and high quality wines. It then discusses the winemaking process, which included hand picking grapes at dawn and barrel fermentation of half the wine. Finally, it provides tasting notes describing the wine's deep golden yellow color, aromas of tropical fruits and toasted vanilla, and supple body with tropical flavors and a pleasant finish.

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    This document describes the 2010 vintage of Graffigna Centenario Chardonnay wine from San Juan, Argentina. It summarizes the ideal weather conditions of 2010 which produced healthy grapes and high quality wines. It then discusses the winemaking process, which included hand picking grapes at dawn and barrel fermentation of half the wine. Finally, it provides tasting notes describing the wine's deep golden yellow color, aromas of tropical fruits and toasted vanilla, and supple body with tropical flavors and a pleasant finish.

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    This document describes the 2010 vintage of Graffigna Centenario Chardonnay wine from San Juan, Argentina. It summarizes the ideal weather conditions of 2010 which produced healthy grapes and high quality wines. It then discusses the winemaking process, which included hand picking grapes at dawn and barrel fermentation of half the wine. Finally, it provides tasting notes describing the wine's deep golden yellow color, aromas of tropical fruits and toasted vanilla, and supple body with tropical flavors and a pleasant finish.

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    This document describes the 2010 vintage of Graffigna Centenario Chardonnay wine from San Juan, Argentina. It summarizes the ideal weather conditions of 2010 which produced healthy grapes and high quality wines. It then discusses the winemaking process, which included hand picking grapes at dawn and barrel fermentation of half the wine. Finally, it provides tasting notes describing the wine's deep golden yellow color, aromas of tropical fruits and toasted vanilla, and supple body with tropical flavors and a pleasant finish.

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    N R O R O N 2010

    1 / GRAFFIGNA SELLING SHEETS


    Grafgna draws from Old World traditions, while
    also embodying New World passion, all of which
    is contained in the vivid avors from the distinct
    terroir of San Juan.
    Victor Marcantoni
    Grafgna Winery Director
    N R O R O N 2010
    APPELLATION
    San Juan, Argentina
    VINTAGE CONDITIONS
    2010 was a great vintage, ideal for white varietals and
    red wines with ageing potential. Good weather
    conditions resulted in healthy development of the
    grapes and wines of excellent quality.
    Preceding the 2010 vintage, a mild and prolonged
    autumn extended the vegetative period until mid
    June. The winter was mainly cold, adequately fullling
    the vines needs during the winter interval. Bud break
    was postponed 7 to 10 days, in comparison to the
    previous year, as spring that year came delayed. While
    some areas suffered from spring frosts, owering and
    fruit set was good in most varieties, especially in the
    case of Malbec.
    Summer, in turn, was hot with low rainfall and
    presence of Zonda wind, promoting healthy
    development of the vines during vraison and creating
    a natural hydric stress that resulted in smaller
    berries with excellent solid-liquid ratio.
    For low cycle varieties, harvest was postponed for up
    to 20 days. This was very benecial for red wines,
    which acquired high polyphenol concentration, with
    great aromatic and tannic qualities, as well as
    potential for ageing. This vintage also gave us intense,
    aromatic white wines with generous fruit avours and
    varietal character.
    WINEMAKING
    This harmonious, fragrant wine is the product of the
    utmost care due to controlled and exclusive treatment
    in a smaller vineyard. To ensure optimal quality of this
    100% Chardonnay, all the grapes were picked by hand
    and harvesting was done in the early hours of the
    morning, when the temperature is cool. The grapes
    were then carried from the vineyards in small crates
    where they remained until they reached the press, in
    order to avoid crushing. After alcoholic fermentation,
    the Chardonnay grapes continued macerating,
    obtaining even more aromas and structure. Following
    malo-lactic fermentation (50 % of the volume), half of
    the wine was barrel fermented. Three additional
    months of ageing in the bottle allowed it to achieve its
    characteristic balance. The result is a fresh, crisp,
    aromatic and well-balanced wine.
    TASTING NOTES
    Color: deep golden yellow, with greenish highlights.
    Aroma: ripe aromas of white tropical fruits (apricot
    and pineapple) and hints of toasted vanilla due to its
    oak ageing.
    Palate: supple and refreshing, with tropical avors
    and a toasted and pleasant nish.
    Suggested food matching: grilled salmon, sea food
    risotto, soft cows milk.
    Service temperature: 10-12C (50/53F)
    ANALYSIS
    Alcohol: 13.5 % alc/vol
    Total Acid: 5.18 g/L
    pH: 3.48
    Established in 1870, GRAFFIGNA has the honor of being the oldest winery in San
    Juan and the second oldest winery in Argentina.
    The Grafgna Centenario Chardonnay has its origin in Tulum Valley in San Juan
    located at 2.066 ft above sea level. This remote, unspoiled area is home to a highly
    unique terroir.
    San Juan enjoys a dry climate and an average of 310 days of sunshine per year.
    Runoff streams originating in the Andes Mountains ow through the area,
    providing ample water for irrigation. These ideal conditions grant the grapes
    optimal ripeness, with softer tannins and exceptional concentration. Because the
    Zonda wind that blows through San Juan helps prevent disease and mildew rot,
    fewer pesticides and chemicals are used, resulting in superior fruit quality.
    The Grafgna Centenario range conveys the true expression of each variety, with
    deep aromas, avors and great concentration.
    The rst to sell branded wine in Argentina, GRAFFIGNA now has a healthy export
    business to more than 40 countries worldwide.

    2 / GRAFFIGNA SELLING SHEETS

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