Catena Malbec Argentino MAGNUM - 2021 - 1,50 lt. - Catena Zapata
Alcoholic content: 14.00 %
yr. 2018 Vinum Wine Magazine:
18 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2018 on 01.10.2021 with 18 of 20 points.
"Selektion aus hochgelegenen Einzellagen, bestockt mit bis zu 90-jährigen Reben. Rotfruchtig, aber auch schwarze Kirschen und Zwetschgen. Edle Würznoten, Nelken, Minze und Teer. Am Gaumen vielschichtig, kraftvoll, dabei belebend und temperamentvoll."
yr. 2018 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
95 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2018 on 01.01.2021 with 95 of 100 points.
"The Angélica Vineyard was planted in the Maipú zone of Lunlunta about 1930. It's a traditional wine growing zone in Mendoza and the foundation not only of Catena's first great reds, but of the genetic material that the winery would later plant in other areas, especially in the Uco Valley. This historic area of Argentine wine produces malbec with sweet fruits and very friendly tannins. This has some of that, but it also has fruit that's juicy and full of nerve and freshness in a wine with tremendous depth."
yr. 2017 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
95 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2017 on 01.01.2020 with 95 of 100 points.
"This Malbec Argentino is a blend of two vineyards, half from Angélica, Catena's classic estate beside the Mendoza River, and Nicasia in Altamira. They were both harvested at the same time, the first week of March, which is very early for Angélica and a bit early for Altamira. The fruit from Angélica was destemmed, and that from Altamira was left whole cluster, and all was co-fermented in casks, where it was aged. For Malbec Argentino fans, this may be a radical change. The acidity of the early harvest, the red fruit, and the exuberance of the whole-cluster fermentation result in a profile that's now much more focused on the fruit than on the oak, as it was in the past. It's also lighter, more agile, and seems to glide across the palate."
yr. 2015 Wine Enthusiast:
92 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2015 on 01.10.2019 with 92 of 100 points.
"A black-fruit aroma melds with notes of campfire, chocolate, vanilla and oyster shell. In the mouth, this is decidedly creamy and weighty. A fully oaked flavor profile revolves around milk chocolate and vanilla, while this Malbec is soft on the finish due to light acidity and mild tannins. Drink through 2024. Michael Schachner"
yr. 2015 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
96 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2015 on 01.01.2019 with 96 of 100 points.
"This year's Malbec Argentino includes 50% grapes from Catena's historic Angélica Vineyard, the source of all the other vines the winery has propagated in Mendoza. The rest is from Nicasia, a vineyard that Catena planted 22 years ago in Altamira. This is a delicious malbec, brimming with notes of ripe red fruit, cherries, and violets, with a touch of spice and an herbal backdrop that makes you want another glass. A classic since the first vintage in 2004."
yr. 2013 Falstaff:
95 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2013 on 01.10.2018 with 95 of 100 points.
"Tiefdunkles Rubingranat, violette Reflexe, dezente Randaufhellung. Zart rauchig unterlegte Edelholzwürze, schwarze Kirschen, Brombeerkonfit, kandierte Orangenzesten, würziges Bukett. Saftig, dunkelbeerig, feine Extraktsüße, rund, gut integrierte Tannine, lebendig strukturiert, mineralisch-salzig im Abgang, reife Beerenfrucht auch im Rückgeschmack, ein zugänglicher Speisenbegleiter. Peter Moser"
yr. 2015 Falstaff:
95 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2015 on 01.10.2018 with 95 of 100 points.
"Tiefdunkles Rubingranat, violette Reflexe, dezente Randaufhellung. Rauchig unterlegte schwarze Beerenfrucht, Nuancen von Kirschen und Lakritze, zarte florale Nuancen, dunkle Mineralität. Saftig, feine Extraktsüße, reife Herzkirschen, reife Tannine, salzige Textur, bereits gut entwickelt, feine pfeffrige Würze im Abgang, bereits sehr zugänglich, aber mit sicherem Potenzial ausgestattet. Peter Moser"
yr. 2013 Wine Enthusiast:
92 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2013 on 01.01.2018 with 92 of 100 points.
"With its licorice root, cassis and plum aromas, this juicy, tight Malbec shows a firm grip and racy acidity. Its raspberry and red plum flavors are fully oaked and spicy. On the finish, it's intense, prickly and acid driven. Drink through 2032."
yr. 2013 Patricio Tapia - Descorchados:
94 of 100 Points.
"Patricio Tapia - Descorchados" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2013 on 01.01.2018 with 94 of 100 points.
"Ever since its first vintage, this classic has been offering up a malbec-focused interpretation of Catena's two best sectors in the Uco Valley, and in this case it's 60% Gualtallary (Adrianna Vineyard) and 40% Nicasia (Altamira). The Gualtallary grapes are co-fermented with 5% viognier, and the Altamira malbec with cabernet franc. Despite its four years, it offers radiant red fruit with impressive weight and tense tannins that seem to be electrified. Take this wine to the cellar and leave it there for at least five years."
yr. 2011 Falstaff:
95 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2011 on 01.02.2017 with 95 of 100 points.
"Dunkles Rubingranat, tiefer Kern, violette Reflexe, zarte Randaufhellung. Sehr feine, reife Herzkirschenfrucht, rotes Waldbeerkonfit, tabakige Würze, dunkle Mineralität, facettenreiches Bukett. Saftig, sehr elegant, perfekt eingepasste Tannine, gut Säurestruktur, extraktsüßer Abgang, zeigt große Länge, Malbec vom Feinsten, delikater Stil, bereits zugänglich, aber mit guten Reserven ausgestattet."
yr. 2011 Wine Enthusiast:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2011 on 01.01.2016 with 93 of 100 points.
"Dry oak, black fruit and floral notes suggestive of violet are the aromas that set off this tannic, clamping, deeply structured Malbec. Flavors of mocha, maple, savory blackberry and roasted plum end with a mix of creaminess and strapping tannins. Drink through 2025."
yr. 2010 Wine Enthusiast:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2010 on 01.01.2015 with 93 of 100 points.
"Jammy and mineral-smelling at the same time, this Malbec exhibits an ideal set of plum and berry aromas. The palate is full but juicy, fresh and alert. Raspberry, currant, toast and spice flavors finish elegant and long, with no break-up in the wine's totality. Drink through 2022."
yr. 2008 Wine Enthusiast:
91 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2008 on 01.07.2013 with 91 of 100 points.
"A sniff is rewarded with sandalwood, dry spice and thick, jammy berry aromas. It's concentrated and well integrated on the palate, with ultraripe and sweet flavors of coconut, vanilla cream and berry fruit. Seems a touch flat and candied on the finish, with a final blast of sweetness."
yr. 2007 Wine Enthusiast:
92 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2007 on 01.01.2011 with 92 of 100 points.
"Funky at first and simply not as smooth, pure and clean as Catena's Nicasia and Adrianna Malbecs, which are the components of this wine. Argentino in 2007 is deep and dark like always, with coconut and cassis aromas preceding a sweet, ultrarich palate that's teetering on candied. Quite oaky and chocolaty as well, with brown sugar and depth to the finish. Drink now through 2014."
yr. 2006 Wine Enthusiast:
95 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2006 on 01.01.2010 with 95 of 100 points.
"Stately, stunning Malbec with alluring aromas of balsam wood, flower petals, cocoa and cola along with major league berry action. The palate is saturated, pure, tannic and loaded with blasting berry fruit, licorice and more. Let it age for at least another year or two (maybe more). Then let it rip with a porterhouse steak."
yr. 2005 Wine Enthusiast:
96 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2005 on 01.01.2009 with 96 of 100 points.
"This blend from the Nicasia and Adrianna vineyards is the best Malbec on the market today. There's raisin, mineral, licorice, blackberry and more. The mouth is like a Mack truck on ice skates, meaning it's both huge and elegant. And the mile-long finish of coffee, mocha and molten black fruit is awesome. Drink now through 2013."
yr. 2004 Wine Enthusiast:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2004 on 01.01.2008 with 94 of 100 points.
"Argentino is a Malbec made from two vineyards: Adrianna in Tupungato and Nicasia in Vista Flores/Altamira. Aged for two years in new oak, it's a dark, vibrant masculine wine with excellent depth of flavor, seductive berry flavors, and lots of length. It hits with force but also finesse, and it shows the extracted richness that comes from small-lot open bin fermentation."
yr. 2005 Tom Cannavan:
95 of 100 Points.
"Tom Cannavan" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2005 on 01.01.2008 with 95 of 100 points.
"(2008) From tank. Phenomenal fruit sweetness, with a more coffee and chocolate mocha. Real density and fat, flooding across the palate with a huge, pure, black fruit-driven appeal."
yr. 2020 Tim Atkin:
94 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2020 on 01.06.2022 with 94 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Wine Spectator:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2018 on 01.12.2021 with 93 of 100 points.
yr. 2019 Wine & Spirits Magazine:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine & Spirits Magazine" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2019 on 01.10.2021 with 94 of 100 points.
yr. 2019 Robert Parker The Wine Advocate:
96 of 100 Points.
"Robert Parker The Wine Advocate" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2019 on 01.04.2021 with 96 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Robert Parker The Wine Advocate:
95 of 100 Points.
"Robert Parker The Wine Advocate" has rated the wine "Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino" from the vintage 2018 on 01.04.2021 with 95 of 100 points.
