Catena Zapata Malbec Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae 2022
Catena Zapata Malbec Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae 2022 is a red wine from Argentina, produced in the Mendoza region, specifically the high-altitude Gualtallary district of the Uco Valley. The wine is made by the renowned Catena Zapata family winery, now run by fourth-generation vigneron Laura Catena. The winery's philosophy is centred on the deep belief that high-altitude vineyards, such as the Adrianna Vineyard, impart unique qualities to the Malbec grape. The 'Fortuna Terrae' parcel name means 'Luck of the Land' in Latin, referring to its deep loam soils with white stones covered in limestone that bestow unique character.
Wine Description
The wine is 100% Malbec. It has a deep purple colour and is clear and bright. The aromatic profile is pure, highly aromatic, and elegant, showing layers of blue fruits, red berries, and black fruit intertwined with notes of violet, lavender, and subtle hints of licorice, cocoa powder, and dried herbs. Notes of garrigue, cut grass, and a subtle hint of ink also emerge. It is a medium to full-bodied wine. The palate has a juicy and austere attack, with compact, concentrated dark and blue fruit. The texture is rounded and smooth, with finely chalky, seductive tannins, elevated acidity, and a saline, mineral edge. Stylistically, it is pure, floral, herbal, and elegant, embodying the finesse and intensity of a high-altitude Malbec. The wine is aged for 14 to 18 months in French oak barrels. The finish is exceptionally long, precise, and vibrant, gaining length and dimension with time in the glass. The ABV is 13.5% or 13.7%. The optimal drinking window is from 2024 to 2036, or from 2027 onwards.
Accolades
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - 96 points
James Suckling - 96 points
Tim Atkin - 95 points
Wine Spectator - 95 points
Food Pairing
This full-bodied and robust wine is a great pairing for steaks, barbecue fare, and full-flavoured cheeses. Suggested pairings include beef bourguignon, roast duck legs, and braised red meat.
Vintage Quality
The 2022 vintage was exceptionally good for the quality of Mendoza wines, despite unpredictable weather conditions. The cool autumn allowed for slow and complete ripening of the grapes, ensuring remarkable concentration and balance in the vintage. The availability of glacial water helped keep the vineyards healthy.
Catena Zapata Malbec Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae 2022 is a red wine from Argentina, produced in the Mendoza region, specifically the high-altitude Gualtallary district of the Uco Valley. The wine is made by the renowned Catena Zapata family winery, now run by fourth-generation vigneron Laura Catena. The winery's philosophy is centred on the deep belief that high-altitude vineyards, such as the Adrianna Vineyard, impart unique qualities to the Malbec grape. The 'Fortuna Terrae' parcel name means 'Luck of the Land' in Latin, referring to its deep loam soils with white stones covered in limestone that bestow unique character.
Wine Description
The wine is 100% Malbec. It has a deep purple colour and is clear and bright. The aromatic profile is pure, highly aromatic, and elegant, showing layers of blue fruits, red berries, and black fruit intertwined with notes of violet, lavender, and subtle hints of licorice, cocoa powder, and dried herbs. Notes of garrigue, cut grass, and a subtle hint of ink also emerge. It is a medium to full-bodied wine. The palate has a juicy and austere attack, with compact, concentrated dark and blue fruit. The texture is rounded and smooth, with finely chalky, seductive tannins, elevated acidity, and a saline, mineral edge. Stylistically, it is pure, floral, herbal, and elegant, embodying the finesse and intensity of a high-altitude Malbec. The wine is aged for 14 to 18 months in French oak barrels. The finish is exceptionally long, precise, and vibrant, gaining length and dimension with time in the glass. The ABV is 13.5% or 13.7%. The optimal drinking window is from 2024 to 2036, or from 2027 onwards.
Accolades
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - 96 points
James Suckling - 96 points
Tim Atkin - 95 points
Wine Spectator - 95 points
Food Pairing
This full-bodied and robust wine is a great pairing for steaks, barbecue fare, and full-flavoured cheeses. Suggested pairings include beef bourguignon, roast duck legs, and braised red meat.
Vintage Quality
The 2022 vintage was exceptionally good for the quality of Mendoza wines, despite unpredictable weather conditions. The cool autumn allowed for slow and complete ripening of the grapes, ensuring remarkable concentration and balance in the vintage. The availability of glacial water helped keep the vineyards healthy.
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Catena Zapata Malbec Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae 2022 is a red wine from Argentina, produced in the Mendoza region, specifically the high-altitude Gualtallary district of the Uco Valley. The wine is made by the renowned Catena Zapata family winery, now run by fourth-generation vigneron Laura Catena. The winery's philosophy is centred on the deep belief that high-altitude vineyards, such as the Adrianna Vineyard, impart unique qualities to the Malbec grape. The 'Fortuna Terrae' parcel name means 'Luck of the Land' in Latin, referring to its deep loam soils with white stones covered in limestone that bestow unique character.
Wine Description
The wine is 100% Malbec. It has a deep purple colour and is clear and bright. The aromatic profile is pure, highly aromatic, and elegant, showing layers of blue fruits, red berries, and black fruit intertwined with notes of violet, lavender, and subtle hints of licorice, cocoa powder, and dried herbs. Notes of garrigue, cut grass, and a subtle hint of ink also emerge. It is a medium to full-bodied wine. The palate has a juicy and austere attack, with compact, concentrated dark and blue fruit. The texture is rounded and smooth, with finely chalky, seductive tannins, elevated acidity, and a saline, mineral edge. Stylistically, it is pure, floral, herbal, and elegant, embodying the finesse and intensity of a high-altitude Malbec. The wine is aged for 14 to 18 months in French oak barrels. The finish is exceptionally long, precise, and vibrant, gaining length and dimension with time in the glass. The ABV is 13.5% or 13.7%. The optimal drinking window is from 2024 to 2036, or from 2027 onwards.
Accolades
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - 96 points
James Suckling - 96 points
Tim Atkin - 95 points
Wine Spectator - 95 points
Food Pairing
This full-bodied and robust wine is a great pairing for steaks, barbecue fare, and full-flavoured cheeses. Suggested pairings include beef bourguignon, roast duck legs, and braised red meat.
Vintage Quality
The 2022 vintage was exceptionally good for the quality of Mendoza wines, despite unpredictable weather conditions. The cool autumn allowed for slow and complete ripening of the grapes, ensuring remarkable concentration and balance in the vintage. The availability of glacial water helped keep the vineyards healthy.
