Recommendation: Nice “New-World” Chardonnay without the overpowering creaminess.
Winery/Producer: Bodega Catena Zapata; Mendoza, Argentina.
Grape Variety: Chardonnay.
Geographic Region, Appellation: Mendoza, Argentina.
Vintage: 2011
Price: $69.00
Purchased From: The Britannia Restaurant, on board the Queen Mary 2.
Paired With: Grilled salmon fillet with carrot and cumin puree, sesame bok choy and lemongrass sauce and spinach and green beans; Gazpacho appetizer.
Tasting:

She said: Mild oaky aroma followed by a stronger oak and vanilla flavor that was pleasing to my taste although not fashionable any more. With a fairly light body it lacks creaminess and has a nice crispness that complements the flavors in the long finish. Delicious with the salmon pairing. Avoid the gazpacho and spinach with this wine.
Comments: This wine was purchased on board the Queen Mary 2 at restaurant prices. Unless we feel strongly about the price we will direct our comments at the quality of the wine recognizing that it should be possible to purchase it for (two or three times) less at a wine store.
Alcohol: 14%
Bar code: 7 794450 008169
Imported by: Bibendum Wine Ltd.; London, United Kingdom.