Flavour Profile

D.V. Catena

D.V. Catena Nicasia Vineyard Malbec

Name: D.V. Catena Nicasia Vineyard Malbec
Brand: D.V. Catena
Price: 122 USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

Argentina, Mendoza

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

0.0

Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

D.V. Catena Nicasia Vineyard Malbec is a standout wine that showcases the expertise of its producer. Hailing from a renowned appellation, this Malbec is sourced from the prestigious Nicasia Vineyard. The vineyard's unique features, such as its high altitude and well-drained soils, contribute to the wine's exceptional quality. Crafted with meticulous winemaking techniques, this wine exudes elegance and complexity. It boasts a style that is both powerful and refined, with rich flavors of dark fruits, velvety tannins, and a long, lingering finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

D.V.Catena Nicasia Vineyard Malbec is an exceptional wine that showcases the best qualities of the Malbec grape variety. This wine is produced by Bodega Catena Zapata, a renowned winery in Argentina known for their commitment to quality and craftsmanship. On the nose, D.V. Catena Nicasia Vineyard Malbec offers a captivating bouquet of ripe blackberries, plums, and dark cherries. These fruit aromas are complemented by hints of violet, tobacco, and a touch of vanilla from oak aging. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with velvety tannins that provide a smooth and elegant mouthfeel. Flavors of black fruits, such as blackberries and blackcurrants, dominate the palate, accompanied by notes of dark chocolate and a subtle earthiness. The wine displays excellent balance, with a harmonious integration of fruit, acidity, and oak. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression of dark fruits and a touch of spice. D.V. Catena Nicasia Vineyard Malbec is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but also has the potential to age gracefully for several years, allowing its flavors to further develop and evolve.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2060

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Malbec

ORIGINS

Winery: D.V. 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.

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