Luca Old Vine Malbec 2022

Rating: 95 James Suckling

"It is truly extraordinary to be one of the 4 Argentine wines that are part of the 100 best in the world and, in addition, this year we are the #1 wine in South America." Laura Catena

“Lots of mountain herbs, mussel shells and tart black cherries. Full, meaty and fresh on the palate, with fine, silty tannins and a juicy, fairly mineral finish. Long and tight, but caressing and quite transparent and tactile on the palate. For drinking or for cellaring.” James Suckling

Luca Wines, a project by Laura Catena, which seeks to promote old vineyards in Argentina. "As we only use grapes from our own vineyards at Catena Zapata, I became obsessed with working with old vines. That's how I found a couple of gems of Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. From those discoveries my business was born, which values the vineyards of producers, something that didn't exist in our country." Laura Catena

Technical data sheet

• Winery Luca Wines by Laura Catena
• Rating 95 James Suckling
• Type Red
• Harvest 2022
• Varietal Malbec
• Court 100% Malbec
• Breeding 12 months in French barrels, 35% new and 65% second-hand.
• Oenologist Luis Reginato
• Alcoholic Graduation 13.6%
• Region Mendoza
• Serving Temperature: 16 to 18° C
• Country Argentina
• Pairing Red Meats, Pork, Poultry, Grilled, Smoked, Roasted, Soft Cheeses, Strong Cheeses, Hard Cheeses, Sauces with Onions, Mushrooms, Beans and Lentils, Sauces with Black Pepper, Seasoned with Aromatic Herbs, Exotic Condiments, White Starches
• Aging potential From 5 to 10 years