“With humble beginnings similar to many of Argentina’s beloved wineries, Nicola Catena began Catena Zapata in 1902 in the limestone soils of the high elevation foothills of the Andes Mountains of Argentina. But it was his grandson, third-generation winemaker, Nicolás Catena who helped take Argentinian wine into the modern era after his exposure in the 1970s to great Bordeaux and the huge promise of Napa wines. He knew Argentina could produce world-class wines focusing on quality instead of quantity. From the vineyards of La Consulta in the San Carlos district within the southern Uco Valley, sitting at an elevation of 3600 feet, Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec 2018 melds ripe, fleshy red fruits with crushed stone minerality. With very hot days ripening fruit throughout the summer, shifting to consistently cool evenings, capturing acidity in the fruit, the well-rounded wine is textured and balanced, with classic notes of Morello cherry, blackberry, raspberry, floral lavender and violets, dried tobacco, and a lovely spiciness thanks to 12 months of new French oak aging. Vineyards average in age of 35 years, giving a nice concentration to the beautifully structured palate.”
— Red Wine with Breakfast, May 2021

“Composed of 100% Malbec blended from the vineyards in the Uco Valley region of Mendoza, the 35-year-old vines produces red and black fresh fruit flavors with a sweet texture and character. The mouthfeel is rich, with raspberries and blueberries, spice notes and a touch of mocha.”
— The Social NY, Apr 2021