"The Catalpa Malbec 2013 is fresh, floral and shows just a hint of spice (only 50% of the wine is barrel-aged). The palate is also fresh and shows good acidity and very fine tannins. A refined and pleasing Malbec, easy to drink and good value for money." (Wine Advocate 2015 - Robert Parker) A racy and very elegant Argentine Malbec!
Features
Estate
Bodega Atamisque
Cuvée
Catalpa Malbec
Vintage
2013
Designation
Mendoza
Region
Argentina
Grape varieties
100% Malbec
Viticulture
traditional and meticulous
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 25°C for 25 days. Temperature increased to 30°C at the end of fermentation.
Breeding
on lees for 12 months in new French oak barrels (30%) and stainless steel tanks (70%)
Alcohol content
15%
Tasting & pairing
Nose
peppery, griotine and leather aromas
Mouth
substance and volume. Supple, mellow tannins. Delicious fruitiness. Good acidity.
Serve
at 16-18°C
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairing
goes very well with meats simmered in sauce, game, beef with pepper sauce...
Bodega Atamisque
Mendoza
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2015 guide) 90/100 (Outstanding wine)
About the wine:
Catalpa Malbec 2013 is fresh, floral and shows just a hint of spice (only 50% of the wine is barrel-aged). The palate is also fresh, showing good acidity and very fine tannins. A refined and pleasant Malbec, easy to drink and good value for money.
James Suckling
Rated domain (guide 2022) Recommended
Tim Atkin
Rated domain (guide 2022) Recommended
Customer reviews
Customer rating
5/5
out of 2 reviews
Note and review by M. CHRISTIAN L. Published on 12/06/2016
Excellent with red meats, with very well-controlled tannins.
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Note and review by M. FABRICE P. Published on 14/01/2018
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