Angelica Zapata Malbec

Angélica Zapata Malbec is a blend of Malbec grapes from different vineyards. The result is a wine of great concentration and elegance.

The Angélica vineyard provides aromas of ripe plums, red fruit jam, smoothness and volume on the palate.

La Pirámide delivers aromas of black stone fruits and spicy notes of black pepper and cloves.

Nicasia quarter 2, provides red forest fruits, freshness and elegance.

Adrianna's block 3 presents intense floral aromas reminiscent of violet and lavender, while block 9 of this vineyard provides a deep, dark violet color, aroma of ripe black fruits, mineral notes and a long finish on the palate.

These five elements combine in an exceptional way, giving the final blend great complexity. Ideal to accompany a great Argentine barbecue.

TECHNICAL SHEET

• Winery: Catena Zapata
• Type: Red
• Varietal: Malbec
• Blend: 100% Malbec - Manual Harvest and Selection
• Aging: 18 months in French oak barrels, 50% new
• Winemaker: Alejandro Vigil
• Alcohol content: 14%
• Region: Angelica-Lunlunta, The Pyramid-Agrelo, Nicasia-Altamira, Adrianna-Gualtallary
• Serving Temperature: 16 to 18° C
• Country: Argentina
• Pairing: Red Meats, Pork, Grilled, Smoked, Roasted, Strong Cheeses, Hard Cheeses, Sauces with Onions, Mushrooms, Sauces with Black Pepper
• Aging potential: 5 to 10 years

DESCRIPTION OF THE WINERY

Catena Zapata, a historic family winery founded in 1902, is now run by third and fourth generation winegrowers Nicolás and his daughter Laura Catena. Nicolás Catena Zapata is known as the man who revolutionised Argentine wine in the 1980s by focusing primarily on quality. Planting vineyards at 1,500 metres above sea level and leading the re-entry of Malbec – a French varietal almost forgotten by the rest of the world – into the wine world, Catena Zapata and Nicolás Catena Zapata have received numerous awards including Decanter. Man of the Year from Decanter magazine, The Wine Spectator Distinguished Service Award and Winery of the Year from publications around the world.