“A fresh, ripe nose of blackberries, chocolatey mint, black cherries, minerals, and delicate spices. Juicy, full-bodied, and dense, with a savory mid-palate packed with fine, dusty tannins. Long and consistent, with rich yet fresh fruit and cocoa powder on the finish. Ready to drink or worth keeping. ” (James Suckling 2024)
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Eye
A deep purple color with dark highlights, intense and brilliant
Nose
Rich and juicy, its aromas unfold with notes of blackberry, cherry, black pepper, oak, and dark chocolate—deliciously inviting
Palate
Elegant and juicy, it unfolds with a rich, flavorful texture, fine-grained tannins, and flavors that echo those found on the nose, blossoming all the way through to the long, indulgent finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2025
Drink before
2038
Food and wine pairings
Serve with eggplant curry, duck à l'orange, or grilled pork loin with a chanterelle fricassee...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100
About the wine:
The 2021 Catena Alta Malbec is made from 70% grapes sourced from Gualtallary in the Uco Valley, with the remainder coming from Luján and Maipú. Aged for up to 18 months in new and used French oak barrels, this deep purple wine reveals aromas of plum and cherry, along with notes of lavender and violet, all set against a subtle hint of cedar. Dry and juicy, the supple, velvety tannins are complemented by a nimble flow, resulting in a lightly structured red with a savory, lingering finish. If there is a hallmark of Mendoza Malbec—that is, a blend of terroirs to enhance complexity—this bottle could be the perfect example. 2024–2038
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
A fresh, ripe nose of blackberries, chocolatey mint, black cherries, minerals, and delicate spices. Juicy, full-bodied, and dense, with a savory mid-palate rich in fine, dusty tannins. Long and smooth, with rich yet fresh fruit and a hint of cocoa powder on the finish. Ready to drink now or worth cellaring.
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