"Like most of Catena's Cabernet Sauvignons, the 2019 Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon is not a 100% varietal wine, but a blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Cabernet Franc, as Cabernet Sauvignon on its own is often not complex enough. The Cabernet Franc must have given it an extra boost, reinforcing the vintage’s already fresh character. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with abundant aromas of fresh herbs and very fine, varietal tannins. ” (The Wine Advocate 2021) - Delivered in a wooden case for any order of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding “Point Relais” delivery method)
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Eye
Deep, intense purple color; bright core
Nose
Juicy aromas of small wild berries, licorice, and spices, complemented by subtle notes of dried eucalyptus leaves
Palate
Velvety and deep, with firm tannins and good structure, it offers flavors of blueberries, wild strawberries, licorice, and fresh herbs, with a long, vibrant finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with a quail stuffed with porcini mushrooms, a duck breast, or a Brillat-Savarin...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100 (Excellent wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Like most of Catena’s Cabernet Sauvignons, the 2019 Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon is not a 100% varietal wine, but a blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Cabernet Franc, as Cabernet Sauvignon on its own is often not complex enough. The Cabernet Franc must have given it an extra boost, enhancing the vintage’s already fresh character. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with abundant aromas of fresh herbs and very fine, varietal tannins. 2021–2025
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
Aromas of blackberries, wild raspberries, red currants, lemon leaves, licorice, and dried spices. It is medium-bodied with firm, silky tannins. Very refined and precise. Fantastic freshness. Ready to drink or worth cellaring.
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