Catena Alta Malbec is a red produced by Bodega Catena Zapata in Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina. Made from Malbec. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Mendoza
Region: Mendoza
Country: Argentina
Grapes: Malbec
Tasting profile
Structure: full-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
Catena Alta Malbec is Bodega Catena Zapata's selection of the best rows from its high-altitude Mendoza vineyards, aged in French oak. Altitude gives the Malbec freshness and floral lift alongside its ripeness: blackberry and black cherry with violet, mocha, black pepper and dried herbs, full-bodied with ripe, polished tannins. It drinks well young and ages for more than a decade.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Mendoza, Argentina
Mendoza lies in the arid foothills of the Andes in western Argentina and is by far the country's most important wine region, responsible for the majority of its production.
Malbec
Malbec is a red grape from southwest France, historically tied to Cahors, but it found worldwide fame after taking root in Argentina, which is now its spiritual home.
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More red wines from Mendoza
- Abrasado Terroir Selection Malbec — Familia Millán, Vista Flores, Uco Valley
- Alhambra Single Vineyard Malbec Reserva — Finca Abril, Paraje Altamira
- Alta Malbec — Pascual Toso, Mendoza
- Amano — Decero, Agrelo
Frequently asked questions
Where is Catena Alta Malbec from?
Catena Alta Malbec is produced by Bodega Catena Zapata in Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina.
What grapes are in Catena Alta Malbec?
Catena Alta Malbec is made from Malbec.