Altosur Chardonnay

Winery recognition In November 2025, Forbes ranked Finca Sophenia No. 23 in “The World’s 50 Best Wineries 2025” (compiled by Virgin Wines). That puts it among the five highest-placed Argentine wineries, alongside world names such as Penfolds, Château Smith Haut Lafitte and M. Chapoutier. The ranking looks at family heritage, independent ownership, sustainability, consistent quality and wine tourism. Altosur Chardonnay is a bright, fresh, and elegant white wine from the renowned Uco Valley in Mendoza, Argentina. Crafted from carefully selected high-altitude grapes, it offers a delightful combination of tropical fruit flavours and refreshing acidity. Whether you’re enjoying a casual meal or celebrating a special occasion, Altosur Chardonnay is the perfect choice for those who appreciate quality and elegance in a glass. Winemaking & Key Facts 100% Chardonnay from high-altitude vineyards. Crisp and refreshing with tropical fruit flavours. Versatile food pairing wine. Modern screw-cap closure for freshness. The Altosur Chardonnay is crafted from grapes grown at altitudes of over 1,200 metres (4,000 feet) above sea level, where the intense sunlight and cool mountain breezes create ideal conditions for producing high-quality Chardonnay. The grapes are hand-harvested to ensure optimal ripeness and are fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve their natural freshness without overwhelming the fruit’s purity. Altosur Chardonnay is a reflection of Argentina’s growing reputation for producing world-class white wines. The high-altitude vineyards of Tupungato lend a unique character to this wine, marked by its crisp acidity and vibrant fruit flavours. The wine’s modern, screw-cap closure ensures that each bottle retains its freshness from the winery to your glass. About Finca Sophenia Founded in 1998 by Roberto Luka (a former president of Wines of Argentina), Finca Sophenia was one of the first wineries to plant vines in Gualtallary, then untouched land at about 1,200 metres in the northern Uco Valley, Mendoza. Today Gualtallary is one of Argentina’s most prestigious terroirs. The 130-hectare estate grows every grape it bottles on stony, calcareous soils with only 300 to 350 mm of rain a year and big swings between hot days and cold Andean nights. That gives fresh wines with natural acidity, firm tannins and a mineral edge. Since 2020 Sophenia has become the largest certified-organic estate in Gualtallary, and its wines are sold in more than 25 countries. The name blends Sophia and Eugenia. Eugenia Luka, the founder’s daughter, now leads the new generation alongside winemaker Joaquín Martín.