"It has a delicate nose of blue fruits and red berries, with a very floral character marked by notes of violet and a subtle hint of ink. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with chalky, alluring tannins and a subtle hint of blue fruits that lends both depth and salinity. Smooth yet elegant. [...] Ready to drink now.” (James Suckling 2025)
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Eye
A deep, clear, and brilliant purple color
Nose
Intense, it reveals Mediterranean aromas of garrigue, cut grass, and lavender, enhanced by subtle spicy notes
Palate
With a juicy yet austere attack and chalky tannins, it unfolds with notes of crushed plums, blackberries, and black cherries. Harmonious, its finish unfolds with power and energy, delightfully minty.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2025
Drink before
2046
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with beef bourguignon, roasted duck legs, or braised red meat…
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2025 guide) 96+/100 (Extraordinary wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2022 Fortuna Terrae Malbec from Adrianna Vineyard is pure, floral, herbaceous, and elegant on the nose, followed by a supple, smooth, and richly textured palate, enlivened by a core of increasingly electric acidity. It concludes with a solid, vibrant finish, framed by refined, understated tannins that gradually gain length and depth as the wine sits in the glass. It is a fantastic cornerstone of Catena Zapata’s premium Malbec lineup and a charming middle ground between the livelier, more ethereal River and the more sumptuous Mundus Bacillus Terrae. 2024–2036
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 97/100
About the wine:
The 2022 Fortuna Terrae Adrianna Vineyard Malbec was planted in 1992 at an elevation of 1,340 meters on limestone soils. Purple in color, it features intense aromas of blackberry, plum, and lavender, accompanied by notes of licorice. Dry and juicy, its compact palate is enhanced by high acidity, creating a balanced mouthfeel that lingers with floral and blackberry notes. The overall profile is slightly raw with a chalky nuance, offering delicate yet intense flavors. The Fortuna Terrae embodies the character of a high-altitude Malbec. 2026–2046
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 98/100
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
It has a delicate nose of blue fruits and red berries, with a very floral character marked by notes of violet and a subtle hint of ink. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with chalky, alluring tannins and a subtle hint of blue fruits that lends both depth and salinity. Smooth yet elegant. Made from 100% whole clusters. It comes from the Adrianna vineyard, a 5-hectare plot covered with large rocks coated in calcium carbonate. Ready to drink now.