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Catena Zapata - Mendoza Nicolás 2022
Catena Zapata - Mendoza Nicolás 2022

Catena Zapata - Mendoza Nicolás 2022

Mendoza|Red wine

98/100

Vinous

97/100

James Suckling

97/100

Decanter

95+/100

Robert Parker

Argentina
spicy
black fruits
duck parmentier

"An exceptional vintage according to Decanter, and offering an impressive stylistic glimpse into the Uco Valley according to Parker: a great success!"

“Catena Zapata’s iconic red blend, composed of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Malbec, and 11% Cabernet Franc, shines in an exceptional vintage that offered remarkable balance, intensity, and finesse. On the nose, it opens with an explosion of highly complex aromas, blending bay leaf, thyme, poached cherries, and Earl Grey tea. The palate confirms this impression with assertive yet controlled energy. The core of plum, blueberry, and cherry is structured by fine, mineral tannins. A hint of blood orange lends freshness and length. Still young, this wine promises magnificent years of aging. 2026–2040” (Decanter 2026)

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Estate

Catena Zapata

Vintage

Nicolás

Vintage

2022

Designation

Mendoza

Region

Argentina

Grape Varieties

46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Malbec, 10% Cabernet Franc

Regions

From two vineyards: “Adrianna” — Gualtallary, Uco Valley, 17 hectares of vines planted in 1992, limestone and gravel soils, 1,450 meters above sea level, and “Nicasia” - Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley, 15 hectares of vines planted in 1996, soils composed of coarse gravel, sand, and silt, at an elevation of 1,095 meters

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

Fermentation in small oak barrels, concrete tanks, and stainless steel tanks at temperatures of 26–28°C for about 15 days, followed by malolactic fermentation

Livestock Farming

Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels

Alcohol content

13,5%

Eye

A deep, vivid, and brilliant purple color

Nose

Smooth and nuanced, with an aromatic profile featuring blackcurrant, black cherry, tobacco, and white pepper; delightfully complex and spicy

Palate

Silky and elegant, it gradually reveals a magnificent balance and harmony; its flavors delight the palate with their resemblance to our Bordeaux blends, while offering a delightful spiciness that lingers through a persistent, textured finish.

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

2 hours before

Drink starting at

2026

Drink before

2045

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with a duck and truffle parmentier, thin slices of Wagyu beef, or an Argentine asado…

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Decanter

Decanter

Wine rated (2026 guide) 97/100

About the wine:

Catena Zapata’s iconic red blend—composed of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Malbec, and 11% Cabernet Franc—shines in an exceptional vintage that offered remarkable balance, intensity, and finesse. On the nose, it opens with an explosion of highly complex aromas, blending bay leaf, thyme, poached cherries, and Earl Grey tea. The palate confirms this impression with assertive yet controlled energy. The core of plum, blueberry, and cherry is structured by fine, mineral tannins. A hint of blood orange lends freshness and length. Still young, this wine promises magnificent aging potential. 2026–2040
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2026 guide) 95+/100 (Extraordinary wine)

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

About the wine:

The 2022 Nicolás Catena Zapata is a blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Malbec, and 10% Cabernet Franc, sourced from the Adrianna (Gualtallary) and Nicaisa (Altamira) vineyards. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged in large French oak barrels, it opens with classic Bordeaux aromas of tobacco, espresso, graphite, and a touch of creamy sweetness, with a harmonious core of black fruit. The palate is full-bodied and rich, with a finish that is at once velvety, full-bodied, and refreshing. This wine offers an impressive stylistic glimpse into the Uco Valley, combining a contemporary profile with a deep respect for tradition. 2024–2032
Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Rated "Recommended"

Vinous

Vinous

Wine rated (2025 guide) 98/100

About the wine:

The 2022 Nicolás Catena Zapata is a blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Malbec, and 11% Cabernet Franc from the Gualtallary and Paraje Altamira appellations. Aged for 18 months in first- and second-use French oak barrels, it displays great precision. This vintage offers aromas of ash, morello cherry, plum, lavender, and oak, with notes of cedar, sandalwood, and licorice, followed by blackberry. Complex and expressive, this wine displays beautiful structure on the palate, juicy energy, and a long finish, along with a rich texture, a slight chalky minerality, and a compact structure. The 2022, full-bodied and generous, was enhanced by the year’s freshness and dry conditions, with a slightly dusty finish. 2025–2045
James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2025 guide) 97/100

Rated "Recommended"

About the wine:

The nose is bright, with aromas of blackcurrant, subtle mint, espresso, dark chocolate, and deep black fruits. The palate is full-bodied and generous, with an elegant, lingering finish of black fruits and a velvety texture. The tannic structure is finely crafted, supporting pleasant and expressive fruit. A blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Malbec, and 11% Cabernet Franc. Aged for 18 months in barrels (60% new) and 18 months in the bottle. Ready to drink now or suitable for aging.

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