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Tim Atkin MW on CATENA
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“Bodega Catena Zapata is a driving force in Argentine winemaking. A winery that played a pivotal role in resurrecting Malbec's fortunes, pushing Mendoza's vineyards higher into the Andean foothills, and delving deeply into the country's many terroirs. The family even founded the Catena Institute of Wine to scientifically examine every aspect of the local soils, rocks and microorganisms and their effect on the vines.”
Tim Atkin, July 2023
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Catena Appellation Wines
Today we're featuring Catena's appellation wines, akin to Burgundy's village wines. Like their French counterparts, the towns lend their names to the historic vineyards that surround them and represent a distinct sub-region in the Mendoza province. |
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Vista Flores
In the 1950's, Don Domingo Catena began sourcing Malbec from the historic vineyards of Vista Flores. Domingo prized the region's Malbec for its dark colour and structured tannins. |
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CATENA
Malbec Appellation Vista Flores 2022
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Mendoza, Argentina
572958 |
12x750ml |
Spec
$27.30*
* Suggested retail price
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- 93 Points -
James Suckling, March 2024
Tangy white pepper, cherries, berries and a touch of graphite. Quite firm and expressive, with lovely fluidity and firm tannins. Juicy and really well-balanced. Excellent length and drinkability from this vintage. Delicious now, but can hold. |
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Paraje Altamira
In the 1950s, Don Domingo Catena began sourcing Malbec from the vineyards of Altamira in the Uco Valley. The combination of intense sunlight and cool nights yields an elegant, mineral, slightly spicy Malbec with a deep texture and flavors. |
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CATENA
Malbec Appellation Paraje Altamira 2022
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Mendoza, Argentina
51860 |
12x750ml |
Spec
$27.30*
* Suggested retail price
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- 92 Points -
Vinous, February 2024
The 2022 Malbec Catena Appellation Paraje Altamira comes from the Uco Valley. Aged for up to 13 months in French oak barrels (both new and used), this purple-hued wine reveals crystal-clear, fruit-forward aromas with hints of balsamic and lavender. On the palate, it is dry, rich and juicy, delivering intense flavors and supple textures. |
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Lujan de Cuyo
The Luján de Cuyo appellation is known for its clay-rich soils and cool nights. Deeply aromatic with expressive citrus and peach with a rich and mineral finish. This blend of Semillon and Chenin Blanc is Argentina’s century-old traditional white wine.
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CATENA
Appellation Luján de Cuyo White Clay 2024
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Mendoza, Argentina
428502 |
12x750ml |
Spec
$29.90*
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Deeply aromatic with expressive citrus and peach with a rich and mineral finish. Pairs well with vegetables, pasta and grilled white meats.
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San Carlos
Here, the sandy-loam soils and mountainous climate yield a wine with concentrated ripe red berries, a touch of eucalyptus and black pepper, robust tannins and smooth lengthy finish. |
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CATENA
Cabernet Franc Appellation Series San Carlos 2022
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Valle de Uco, Argentina
64121 |
12x750ml |
Spec
$29.90*
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- 93 Points -
Vinous, February 2024
The 2022 Cabernet Franc Appellation San Carlos originates from a massal vineyard planted in the southern Uco Valley. Fermented with 30% whole clusters and aged for up to 13 months in French oak barrels (with approximately one-third of them being new), this garnet wine with a purplish sheen offers aromas of ash, roasted red pepper and cassis, with a subtle leafy undertone. Creamy and juicy, the taut and fine-grained palate lingers with intense flavor. This is a savory Cabernet Franc from San Carlos. |
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Agrelo
This region is well-regarded for Cabernet Sauvignon in Mendoza. The appellation's deep clay soils and moderate climate produce wines that are revered for their robust tannins and smooth, lengthy finish. |
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CATENA
Cabernet Sauvignon Appellation Agrelo 2022
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Mendoza, Argentina
227039 |
12x750ml |
Spec
$29.90*
* Suggested retail price
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- 92 Points -
Vinous, February 2024
The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Appellation Agrelo comes from a massal selection vineyard planted in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo. Aged for up to 13 months in French oak barrels, approximately one-third new, this garnet-red wine delivers aromas of cassis, mint, licorice and ash. Dry and rich on the palate, the juicy and plush tannins lead to a comfortable and long-lasting finish. This is a bold and classic Luján de Cuyo Cabernet.
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