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Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino
Bodega Catena Zapata · Mendoza, Argentina
92
Aggregate Score
Based on 3 critic scores, normalized and weighted by source credibility.
Awards & Recognition
🏅Parker 95+🏅James Suckling 95+
Critic Scores
Decanter (2020)92
Wine Spectator (2020)93
Robert Parker (2020)91
Tasting Notes
Deep purple with aromas of blackberry, plum, violet, and dark chocolate. Full-bodied with plush tannins and a long, velvety finish.
Our Review
Nicolás Catena is the pioneer who elevated Argentine Malbec to world-class status. The Malbec Argentino is his masterwork — a wine of profound depth and elegance from high-altitude vineyards.
Food Pairings
Argentine asadoEmpanadasGrilled steakChimichurri
Serving Temperature
16-18°C
Aging Potential
8-20 years
Pros
- +Excellent quality for the category
- +Well-balanced and complex
- +Strong critical acclaim
- +Aging potential
Cons
- -Premium pricing
- -Limited availability in some markets
Frequently Asked Questions
Key Facts
- Producer
- Bodega Catena Zapata
- Region
- Mendoza
- Sub-Region
- Agrelo
- Country
- Argentina
- Grape
- Malbec
- Appellation
- Mendoza
- Type
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price
- $120
- Price Range
- Luxury