Catena Alta
Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon
4.8
Expert Rating
4.2
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied, bold red wine from Argentina’s Mendoza region. On the nose, it offers intense aromas of ripe blackberry, cherry, and cassis, along with subtle notes of smoke, leather, and spices. On the palate, it is lush and velvety, with robust tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Enjoy this wine with grilled steak, roasted lamb, or aged cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold and complex wine with a full-bodied palate.Rich flavors of dark cherries, blackberries, and cassis mingle with notes of tobacco, cedar, and sweet baking spices. The tannins are assertive and well-integrated, leading to a long, balanced finish.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Franc
ORIGINS
Winery: Catena Alta
Region: Mendoza
Mendoza is the largest wine-producing region in Argentina, located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, producing some of the country's most renowned wines. With a long history of winemaking, Mendoza is now one of the most important wine regions in South America. The territory of Mendoza can be divided into five large sub-regions, which give the varieties their particular characteristics: Valle de Uco GI, integrated by the departments of Tunuyán, Tupungato and San Carlos; Primera Zona, which includes the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú; the Northern oasis (Lavalle and Las Heras), the East (San Martín, Rivadavia, Junín, Santa Rosa and La Paz) and the South (San Rafael, Malargüe and General Alvear), covering practically the entire provincial geography.
Mendoza has been producing wine since the 16th century, when Spanish settlers first brought vines to the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of both red and white wines, with a focus on Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Torrontés. In recent years, Mendoza has become a leader in sustainable winemaking, with many producers focusing on organic and biodynamic practices.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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