COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Malbec
PRODUCER
Bodega Catena Zapata
REGION
Mendoza
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Catena Appellation Paraje Altamira Malbec 2022 is a 100% Malbec from Bodega Catena Zapata, hailing from the Paraje Altamira appellation in Mendoza's Uco Valley. This wine is crafted to reflect the specific characteristics of its vineyard site, a concept inspired by French 'Vins de Village'. The Catena family, pioneers in high-altitude viticulture, has a long history with the Altamira region, dating back to the 1950s. The vineyard's location at approximately 1,100 meters (3,613 feet) and its chalky, well-draining soils are key factors in the wine's profile.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Inspired by French 'Vins de Village' concept.
Fact 02
Vineyards at over 3,600 feet elevation.
Fact 03
Soils rich in chalk and white stones.
Fact 04
Family has sourced Malbec from Altamira since the 1950s.
FOOD PAIRING
Read more
WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Catena Paraje Altamira Malbec 2022 begins with cold maceration for 3-8 days to enhance aroma extraction. This is followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 12-18 days, with a total maceration time of 4-10 days. Malolactic fermentation is completed. The wine then undergoes aging for 11-13 months in 100% French oak barrels, with a proportion of new oak (25-40%). Following barrel aging, the wine is aged in bottle for 10 months before release.
