Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Malbec

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Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Malbec 2021 (Argentina) Rated 100WA

Name: Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Malbec 2021 (Argentina) Rated 100WA
Brand: Catena
SKU: cellar3255
Price: 229.95 USD
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Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Malbec 2021 is a breathtaking expression of high-altitude winemaking from Mendoza’s Gualtallary district. Rated 100 by Wine Advocate, it balances power and elegance with pristine notes of black fruit, minerality, and floral nuance. Silky tannins, vibrant acidity, and remarkable freshness create a refined, ethereal Malbec that transcends the variety and defines the Adrianna Vineyard’s unique terroir.

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Wine Advocate Review
Rated 100
There is an usual stony austerity in the 2021 Adrianna Vineyard River, cropped from a cold year when the full clusters fermented in concrete with a slightly shorter maceration and an élevage in a 2,000-liter oak foudre and the rest in stainless steel. It has a moderate 13.4% alcohol with very high acidity (8.2!) and a low pH (3.37), incredible parameters of freshness. The wine was closed and took time to take off in the glass, revealing a very elegant and subtle personality, with the silky texture of the very fine tannins, pristine aromas and flavors and a sense of harmony that was moving. It's powerful but extremely elegant in that rare combination of clout and energy, a wine of light, aerial, with some ethereal qualities, delicate and refined. This combines the cool place and high altitude, the cool year and the stony soils, to deliver a stunning Malbec that goes well beyond the variety. Bravo!

Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Malbec 2021

The 2021 Adrianna Vineyard River Malbec from Catena Zapata is a distinguished wine that exemplifies the unique terroir of the Gualtallary district in Mendoza, Argentina.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Floral notes with subtle hints of leather and berries.
Palate: Elegant character with polished tannins, showcasing flavors of black fruits and a touch of minerality.
Finish: Long and refined, with a persistent mineral undertone.

Winemaking Details

Varietal Composition: 100% Malbec.
Alcohol Content: 13.95% ABV.
Vineyard: Sourced from the River parcel of the Adrianna Vineyard, situated at an elevation of 4,482 feet (1,366 meters) in the Gualtallary district.
Soil Composition: Alluvial origin with white stones covered by calcium carbonate, indicative of an ancient riverbed.
Aging: Aged in 500-liter foudres and concrete vats for up to 16 months.

Serving Suggestions

Food Pairing: Pairs excellently with grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses.
Serving Temperature: Best enjoyed at 60-65°F (16-18°C).

This exceptional Malbec reflects Catena Zapata's commitment to producing wines that capture the essence of their high-altitude vineyards, offering a profound expression of the Gualtallary terroir.

PAIR IT WITH

How To Serve

Neat or over a single large ice cube to preserve smoothness.
Garnish with a dried orange slice or cinnamon stick.
Try it in a Reposado Paloma: grapefruit soda, lime, pinch of salt.
Or in a Vanilla Old Fashioned: tequila, agave, bitters, orange peel.

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