“The polished and well-developed 2017 Catena Alta Malbec features balsamic aromas and a very appealing blend of flowers, berries, and spices. It exhibits the maturity expected of a warm vintage, with a serious profile, medium body, and fine tannins that cling nicely to the palate. It was fermented as whole clusters and aged in used French oak barrels for about 18 months. I like its austerity and mouthfeel.” (Wine Advocate 2019) - Delivered in a wooden case for any order of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding Pickup Point delivery method)
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Nose
Concentrated, with notes of black cherry, blackcurrant, plum, vanilla, and toasted notes
Palate
Rich and delicate, with supple tannins and a beautiful aromatic intensity
Serve
At 16-18°C
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with lamb curry, duck breast, or roast guinea fowl...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2019 guide) 93/100 (Fantastic wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The refined and well-developed 2017 Catena Alta Malbec features balsamic aromas and a very appealing blend of floral, berry, and spice notes. It exhibits the maturity expected of a warm vintage, with a serious profile, medium body, and fine tannins that show good structure. It was fermented as whole clusters and aged in used French oak barrels for about 18 months. I like its austerity and mouthfeel. 150,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in October 2018.
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2021 guide) 95/100
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
This wine has aged beautifully, with concentrated, dense fruit and fine, dusty tannins. It offers flavors of berries, chocolate, and hazelnut. Subtle complexity. A savory finish. From Agrelo, Gualtallary, and Altamira. Drink now at its best.
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