"The young, juicy 2021 Catena Malbec has a lovely combination of spices, berries and herbs that make it balanced, expressive and appealing. It's round, velvety and beautifully crafted in an easy-to-understand, drinkable style and commercial profile. A champion of drinkability." (The Wine Advocate 2022)
Features
Estate
Catena Zapata
Cuvée
Malbec
Vintage
2021
Designation
Mendoza
Region
Argentina
Grape varieties
100% Malbec
Terroirs
Alluvial soils, vines between 920 and 1,450 metres altitude: a blend of high mountain plots
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Traditional
Breeding
6 to 8 months in French oak barrels (first, second and third use)
Alcohol content
13,6%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Garnet with amethyst highlights, clear and bright
Nose
Intense, with scents of black berries and cherries, enhanced by subtle spicy and herbaceous notes.
Mouth
Rich and velvety, with aromas of plum, blueberry and black cherry, round tannins and a solid structure, ending on a spicy, liquorice finish.
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with tournedos Rossini, duck confit, blue-veined cheeses...
Catena Zapata
Mendoza
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (guide 2022) 91/100 (Wonderful wine)
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The young, juicy 2021 Catena Malbec has a lovely combination of spices, berries and herbs that make it balanced, expressive and attractive. It's round, velvety and beautifully crafted in an easy-to-understand, easy-to-drink style and commercial profile. A champion of drinkability. 2022-2026
Jancis Robinson
Recommended area
James Suckling
Rated wine (guide 2022) 91/100
Recommended area
About the wine:
Aromas of plum, black cherry, blueberry, tar and crushed stone. Medium-bodied, with round, velvety tannins. Black fruit and velvety. Long. Drink now or cellar.
Customer reviews
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