2019 Catena Zapata Malbec Blend
Apr 15, 2022
WINE: 2019 Catena Zapata Malbec Blend
REGION: Mendoza Argentina
BLEND: 75% Malbec, 19% Bonarda, 6% Petit Verdot
ABV: 13.5%
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With warmer weather on the horizon this red blend from Argentina is a must have! An alluring array of ripe red-berry and plum aromas with a floral, violet-like edge and appealing oak influence, too. The palate has a very plush, open feel with a medium body and a fresh, juicy finish. The subtle, balanced and elegant 2019 DV Catena Tinto Histórico was produced with a blend of 75% Malbec, 19% Bonarda, and 6% Petit Verdot, and each grape seems to contribute nicely to the blend, making it balanced, harmonious, complex and very likeable and drinkable. This wine rates among the top 4% of wines in the world! Enjoy with friends and family at your next gathering, this wine pairs well with your beef, lamb or your favorite pasta dish.
Founded in 1902 by Nicola Catena, Catena Zapata has become Argentina’s most awarded winery. Catena has been credited with leading the Malbec revolution in Argentina and experts in high altitude viticulture. The high altitude mountain terrors make up the Catena vineyards that lend this wine its unique character, natural balance, and the concentration of a distinct varietal identity.