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Catena Zapata - Mendoza Nicasia 2020

Catena Zapata - Mendoza Nicasia 2020

Mendoza|Red wine

97/100

James Suckling

96/100

Robert Parker

96/100

Vinous

Argentina
complex
Rossini tournedos with truffles
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"That truly unique, high-quality plot of Malbec that the Zapatas draw upon to add to the blend for the Nicolas and the Argentino!"

“The 2020 Catena Zapata Nicasia Vineyard Malbec was fermented in barrels—10% of which included stems—and underwent final aging in barrels that had been used multiple times. It has a purple color. On the nose, it reveals notes of violet, lavender, plum, and a hint of morello cherry, followed by barrel-aged aromas that then unfold into notes of mint and orange peel. Smooth, with silky, polished tannins and a delicate character, it offers a full-bodied, juicy palate that concludes with a lingering finish. A successful wine for the 2020 vintage. 2022–2035” (Vinous 2022) — Delivery in a wooden case is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on the country and selected shipping method)

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Estate

Catena Zapata

Vintage

Nicasia

Vintage

2020

Designation

Mendoza

Region

Argentina

Grape Varieties

100% Malbec

Regions

The Nicasia Vineyard, located in the far south of Altamira, in the La Consulta district of the Uco Valley, Mendoza, at an elevation of 1,095 meters, features very fine loamy soil with gravel on the surface and a gravelly subsoil from a dried-up riverbed (La Consulta was the favorite growing area of Domingo, Nicolás Catena’s father).

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

Alcoholic fermentation in 100% new French oak barrels ranging from 225 to 500 liters for 18 days (10% whole clusters and 90% whole berries), at low temperatures, using indigenous yeasts

Livestock Farming

Aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, then 24 months in the bottle before release

Alcohol content

13,5%

Eye

Deep, rich purple color; bright core

Nose

Intense and aromatic, with notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, and violet petals, accented by licorice and crushed stone; beautifully complex

Palate

Velvety texture, powerful yet beautifully integrated tannins, magnificent, well-layered structure; flavors that mirror the nose, though the finish reveals subtle woody aromas enhanced by black pepper with a long, lingering finish

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

1 to 2 hours before

Drink starting at

2026

Drink before

2035

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with a beef tournedos served with truffle mashed potatoes, an omelet with fresh porcini mushrooms, or game meat...

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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2022 guide) 96/100 (Extraordinary wine)

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

About the wine:

The 2020 Catena Zapata Nicasia Vineyard Malbec, from the Paraje Altamira vineyard, offers juicy, peachy aromas. The result of a warm year in a temperate climate, this wine stands out for its balance, slightly greater ripeness, and roundness, while retaining its elegance and finesse. On the palate, it is full-bodied and generous, with juicy, abundant tannins. With a production of 20,004 bottles, it was bottled in November 2021. 2024–2030
Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Rated "Recommended"

Vinous

Vinous

Wine rated (2022 guide) 96/100

About the wine:

The 2020 Catena Zapata Nicasia Vineyard Malbec was fermented in barrels, 10% of which included stems, and underwent final aging in barrels that had been used multiple times. It has a purple color. On the nose, it reveals notes of violet, lavender, plum, and a hint of morello cherry, followed by aromas from the aging process that then unfold into notes of mint and orange peel. Smooth, with silky, polished tannins and a delicate character, it offers a full-bodied, juicy palate that concludes with a lingering finish. A successful wine for the 2020 vintage. 2022–2035
James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2023 guide) 97/100

Rated "Recommended"

About the wine:

A bouquet of dark and blue fruits, very fragrant and elegant. Cherries, plums, and blueberries with a hint of pepper. Notes of violet are also detectable. The palate is dry, with abundant, silky tannins and a juicy, lingering finish. Ready to drink now, but it will reach its peak starting in 2026.

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