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Nicolás Catena Zapata 2018
Uco Valley
Catena is like the Lafite of Argentina, producing some of its finest wines. Named after the founder, Dr Nicolás Catena, this is their very finest red, featuring exceptionally high-grown Cabernet centre stage, with Malbec. A very fine, ageworthy red.
Beyond the Label
Tasting notes
Full-bodied, tightly structured, dense fruit and layered power
Aroma
Blackcurrant, grilled meats, wet earth, minerality, oak spice
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
More information
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Red - Medium to Full Bodied
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Very deep crimson
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14.0% ABV
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10.5 Units
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750.00 ml
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31 December, 2033
Jancis Robinson MW wrote, "Nicolás Catena Zapata is justly credited with putting Argentinean wines on the world map — by focusing entirely on quality." Their Catena range is a blend of high-altitude vineyards; their Catena Alta wines are a row-by-row selection in the family vineyards; but their Catena Zapatas are a vine-by-vine selection from these vineyards, so the very finest of all. The estate was founded in 1902, but it was 3rd-generation Nicolás Zapata, who made the step change to focus entirely on fine wines. His three children continue their father's great legacy, astounding the world with their top wines that rival the world's best. First made in 1997, this top cuvée uses grapes from 'Grand Cru' Gualtallary and Paraje Altamira.
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