The Catena Malbec opens with intense aromas of ripe red and dark fruits, delicate floral notes, and traces of vanilla, leather, and mocha. It has a soft, rich mouthfeel and bright acidity.
Pair with roast turkey, grilled steak, salmon, and pasta with red sauce.
100% Malbec sourced from vineyards all above 2,800ft above sea level. Aged for 14 months in 35% new French oak.
The Catena wines are made from 100% estate-grown fruit from the Catena family’s high-altitude
vineyards. These wines are a blend of single varietals from various locations within these
vineyard sites. Each vineyard is farmed in preparation for its role in the final blend and
harvested and vinified separately to preserve the unique expression, aromas, and flavors of the
fruit. This ultimately brings to the blend the strengths of each vineyard, adding a heightened
complexity to the final wine.
Vinous Review:
The 2022 Malbec originates from the Uco Valley and is a blend of various regions and winemaking techniques. Purple in hue. The nose reveals enticing notes ranging from crushed plums to violets atop a faintly herbal backdrop. Indulgent and juicy, the plush texture and refreshing flow lead to a rich and satisfyingly long-lasting palate. This wine is built upon different components that come together to achieve a relatively complex flavor.