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White Stones Chardonnay comes from a select 27 rows within Block 1 of the Adrianna Vineyard. The name refers to the ground beneath the vines which is covered with gravel – oval white stones It is located at almost 5,000 feet above sea level in the Gualtallary sub-district of the Tupungato region. The rocky soil prevents deep root growth and allows for ideal drainage conditions. These are very poor soils where the vines are constantly in conditions of stress, meaning their roots go very deep in search of minerals and nutrients. The cool nights allow for very slow ripening, optimal acid retention and low yields. 13% alc. Drink now-2034.

Press reviews:

JancisRobinson.com: “Always the more voluptuous and powerful of this excellent Gualtallary duo of Chardonnay wines, White Stones has a broad, textured mouthfeel with a mineral tension on the finish with very fine, powdery tannin. Notes of baking spice, fresh white peach and subtle white flowers haunt the nose, and roll out on the long, impressive finish. Drink now-2036.” 18.5 points

The Wine Advocate: “The 2022 Adrianna Vineyard Chardonnay White Stones is more introverted, understated and explicitly chiseled than its more textural and exotic White Bones companion. On the nose, it opens with transparent yet focused aromas of citrus pith and crushed stones, introducing a sleek, vibrant and laser-focused palate. The finish is similarly angular and incisive, continuously generating additional depth and dimension with time in the glass. While I slightly preferred the White Bones bottling due to its extra gear of complexity and textural depth, this is another clear-cut yardstick by which to measure the progress of Argentine white wine production. Drink now-2037.” 97 points

James Suckling: "This is always minerally and incisive and very different from White Bones. This is more classic Chardonnay, with lots of freshly squeezed lemons, wet stone, flint and seashells. Brisk acidity on a medium- to full-bodied palate. Tense and intense, but this is acid-driven with a fine touch of salinity that lingers at the end." 97 points

…And just to illustrate how well this Chardonnay ages, here is a review from Jancis Robinson.com, tasting the White Stones 2015 vintage in May 2026:

“Intoxicating aromas of nectarine, orange, lemon blossom, thyme and smoke. Only just beginning to enter its tertiary phase. The flavours continue to unfurl along the palate, which has lots of saline and mineral character. Terrific length and depth of flavour. Stunning.” 18 points