“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 adds both depth and a touch of minerality. 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 subtly spicy notes
Palate
Juicy and austere on the palate, with 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
Serve 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, driven by a core of increasingly lively 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 pillar of Catena Zapata’s top-tier 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. Deep purple in color, it offers intense aromas of blackberry, plum, and lavender, accompanied by hints 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 offers a delicate nose of blue fruits and red berries, with a distinctly 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 a touch of minerality. 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.