Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec

Name: Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec
Brand: Catena
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

Argentina, Mendoza

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.8

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec is a standout wine crafted by Bodega Catena Zapata, a renowned Argentine winery known for its dedication to quality. The wine exemplifies the characteristics of its terroir, offering a deep, rich, and full-bodied wine with dark fruit flavors like blackberry and plum, often complemented by hints of cocoa and spices. It's a testament to the marriage of traditional winemaking methods with the exceptional conditions of the La Consulta vineyards, resulting in a wine that beautifully captures the essence of Argentine Malbec.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

On the palate, this wine displays a full-bodied and velvety texture, with well-integrated tannins that provide structure and balance.The flavors of black fruits, such as blackberries and black cherries, dominate the palate, complemented by notes of mocha and tobacco. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a lingering impression of dark fruit and a touch of oak.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

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Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

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Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Malbec

ORIGINS

Winery: Catena

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

3.8

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