{"product_id":"catena-zapata-catena-malbec-2024","title":"Catena Zapata Catena Malbec 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCatena Malbec from the Catena Zapata winery is an Argentinian red wine that expresses the most authentic soul of \u003cstrong\u003eMalbec\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced in the renowned Mendoza region, it stands out for its full-bodied and structured style, supported by vibrant acidity and \u003cstrong\u003efine-grained tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is enveloping and complex, with a clear profile focused on aromas of small dark fruits, delicate floral notes of violet, and subtle spicy hints. The decision not to filter preserves the intense aromatic charge and the natural expression of the grape variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from a careful blend of \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-altitude vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e located in Mendoza, including the areas of Lulunta, El Cepillo, and Gualtallary. The high altitudes, ranging from 920 to 1450 metres, promote extraordinary aromatic concentration and the maintenance of excellent freshness. The \u003cstrong\u003ealluvial soils\u003c\/strong\u003e have varied characteristics: from the gravel and limestone of Gualtallary to the clay and sandy matrices of El Cepillo and Lulunta. The presence of smooth rocks in the subsoil clearly defines the varietal profile, giving a distinctive \u003cstrong\u003emineral note\u003c\/strong\u003e to the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with the manual harvesting of the grapes, followed by a \u003cstrong\u003ecold maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e of five days to delicately extract colour and aromatic precursors. Fermentation occurs spontaneously thanks to indigenous yeasts, with a subsequent maceration in contact with the skins that consolidates the structure of the tannins. The wine matures for a period between eleven and fourteen months in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench and American oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, carefully balancing the contribution of the wood. The result is a wine with a \u003cstrong\u003edense texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, characterised by a dry sip and long persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by the historic Bodega Catena Zapata, founded in 1902 in Mendoza, this wine is the creation of the family's fourth generation, with Laura Catena and oenologist Alejandro Vigil. Through decades of studying mountain terroirs, the family has identified the most suitable historic plots. A fascinating aspect is its exceptional \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e: although enjoyable immediately, it can evolve magnificently in the cellar for ten or twenty years, a quality widely recognised by the world's most authoritative critics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Catena Zapata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46450664177835,"sku":"61163","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/catena-zapata-catena-malbec-2024_61163_1_2a5a5b89-aafd-4121-9c2e-f785801a1602.webp?v=1776356603","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-dk\/products\/catena-zapata-catena-malbec-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}