Bodega Catena Zapata : "Adrianna River" Malbec 2023

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of the "Adrianna River" Malbec 2023 Bodega Catena Zapata

Tasting

Appearance
This wine reveals a deep garnet colour, enhanced by brilliant violet highlights.

Nose
The bouquet is particularly open and lively, offering elegant floral notes underpinned by a fine mineral tension reminiscent of stone.

Palate
On the palate, the attack is delicate and lively, revealing a taut texture. Despite remarkable power and richness, the whole retains immense finesse. The finish is long-lasting, concentrated and persistent, offering an airy expression that ranks among the estate's lightest and most elevated wines.

Food and Wine Pairing

This cuvée pairs wonderfully with grilled, roasted or braised red meats. It will also brilliantly accompany slow-cooked dishes in sauce, aged cheeses, or dishes with umami flavours such as certain Asian specialities.

Serving and Cellaring

To fully enjoy the "Adrianna River" Malbec 2023, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 16 and 18°C. With excellent ageing potential, it can be cellared and enjoyed until around 2043.

Other Characteristics

This wine has an alcohol content of 13.6% along with an acidity of 6.9 g/L. Its pH generally sits around 3.6, and its residual sugar level is very low, close to 1.8 g/L.

The Airy Expression of a Great Malbec from Mendoza by Bodega Catena Zapata

The Estate

Founded in 1902 by Nicola Catena, the Bodega Catena Zapata brand is a true benchmark in Argentina. The estate played a pioneering role in the revival of Malbec and the development of high-altitude viticulture. Today, the family estate is led by its owner Nicolás Catena, supported by Laura Catena as managing director. Combining scientific research with respect for terroir, the house produces exceptional cuvées recognised worldwide.

The Vineyard

This cuvée comes from the River plot, a tiny 2.6-hectare parcel located within the Adrianna vineyard in Gualtallary, in the Mendoza region. Rising to 1,366 metres in altitude, this certified organic terroir sits on a former riverbed. The alluvial soils are covered with oval white stones rich in calcium carbonate, ensuring excellent drainage and optimal thermal regulation for the vines.

Winemaking and Ageing

The making of the "Adrianna River" Malbec 2023 begins with a ten-day cold pre-fermentation maceration. The vinification includes a high proportion of whole cluster fermentation, ranging from 60 to 80% whole bunches. The wine is then carefully aged for 21 months in one- and two-year-old French oak barrels, preserving the full purity of the fruit and the identity of the terroir.

Grape Variety

This cuvée is made from 100% Malbec.