Finca Colonia Chardonnay
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed fresh, within 1–3 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled seafood, roasted chicken, creamy pasta dishes
✨ Technical Specifications
Bodega Norton's Finca La Colonia range pays homage to the historic estate in Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, where the winery's workers once lived in a vibrant, self-sustaining community (the 'colonia') during the early 20th century. This Chardonnay is crafted to showcase a fresh, youthful, and fruit-forward expression of the varietal, deeply influenced by the high-altitude terroir of the Andes foothills. The grapes benefit from intense alpine sunlight and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts, which preserve the grape's natural acidity. Fermented primarily in stainless steel to maintain its crisp purity, the wine offers a delightful bouquet of green apple, citrus, and tropical fruits, underpinned by a subtle mineral undertone from the region's alluvial soils.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1895 by British civil engineer Sir Edmund James Palmer Norton, Bodega Norton represents a cornerstone of modern viticulture in Mendoza's Primera Zona. Norton planted French vines south of the Mendoza River in Perdriel, an area historically devoid of vineyards. In 1989, the estate was acquired by Gernot Langes-Swarovski, who modernized operations and expanded international outreach under the leadership of Michael Halstrick and acclaimed chief winemaker David Bonomi. Spanning five premier estate vineyards across Luján de Cuyo—including Medrano, Lunlunta, Agrelo, and Finca La Colonia—the vines thrive at altitudes between 800 and 1,100 meters above sea level. This semi-arid, alluvial terroir features rocky, well-draining soils and sharp diurnal temperature variations that foster phenolic complexity and natural acidity. Norton implements precision sustainable viticulture, crafting a versatile portfolio ranging from classic Charmat-method sparkling wines and aromatic Torrontés to benchmark age-worthy Malbec expressions such as the iconic Gernot Langes and Privada Family Blend.
🍇 Grapes
Chardonnay
🍷 ABV
13-13.5%