Nicolas Catena Zapata, 6x75cl

🍷 Nicolás Catena Zapata
Argentina | Mendoza | High-Altitude Vineyards | Cabernet Sauvignon & Malbec
Style: Still Red Wine | Winemaking: A flagship blend of Bordeaux tradition and Andean expression. Hand-harvested from some of Mendoza’s highest-altitude vineyards and aged in French oak for structure, elegance, and longevity
Farming: Sustainably farmed vineyards situated between 3,000–5,000 feet above sea level, where intense sunlight and cool mountain nights yield wines of remarkable concentration and freshness

🏔 A towering Argentine icon—complex, powerful, and masterfully composed.

👁 In the Glass:
Deep crimson with garnet edges—dense and regal in appearance.

👃 On the Nose:
Aromatic and multilayered. Notes of blackcurrant, plum, and cassis meet lifted tones of violets, cigar box, dark chocolate, and spice, unfolding slowly with each swirl.

👅 On the Palate:
Bold and impeccably structured. Ripe black fruit, graphite, and espresso glide over a backbone of fine, firm tannins. The palate is rich and expansive, yet balanced by vibrant acidity and minerality. A long, savoury finish confirms its pedigree.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Perfect alongside dry-aged ribeye, venison with juniper, wild mushroom risotto, or truffle-infused polenta. A wine for elevated meals and serious conversation.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Already impressive, but destined to age gracefully for 15–20+ years, gaining complexity, polish, and depth with time.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Nicolás Catena Zapata is a wine of vision, heritage, and altitude. It redefined Argentina’s global reputation, fusing the finesse of Bordeaux with the boldness of the Andes in a red of world-class stature.