Nicolás Catena Zapata 2021 – Winery: Catena Zapata – Winemaker: Alejandro Vigil – Variety: Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon – Vines: 25 years old – Soil: Calcareous – Altitude: 1000–1500 meters above sea level – Aging: 24 months in French oak – Origin: Agrelo and Valle del Uco, Mendoza, Argentina.

Pairing: Red meats, game and aged cheeses.

Tasting Notes: A wine of exceptional complexity. On the nose, aromas of ripe black fruits such as blueberries and blackberries are interwoven with floral notes of violets, sweet spices, chocolate, and a subtle hint of cigar box. On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, with firm yet polished and silky tannins that lend an elegant texture. The acidity is vibrant and refreshing, with an exceptionally long and persistent finish.