Malbec Argentino Catena Zapata 2023

About this wine and the label: 

Malbec Argentino is one of Catena Zapata’s iconic wines and a tribute to the history of the grape variety that transformed the identity of Argentine wine. Crafted from grapes sourced from two of the Catena family’s flagship vineyards—Angélica and Nicasia—this wine seeks to express the balance between concentration, elegance, and freshness that distinguishes the great Malbecs of Mendoza.
The label depicts the variety’s historical journey from Cahors, France, to its establishment in Argentina, symbolizing the rebirth of Malbec at the foot of the Andes Mountains.

Tasting notes:

Elegant and complex, with aromas of violets, blackberries, plums, and blueberries, accompanied by notes of cocoa, tobacco, sweet spices, and subtle mineral undertones.
Full-bodied and enveloping, with a silky texture and fine tannins. Ripe black fruit, spices, and natural freshness come together in a balanced and deep profile, with a long and persistent finish.

18 month aging oak

*GOALS*

• 95 Points– James Suckling
• 94 Points– The Wine Advocate
• 94 Points– Tim Atkin