DV Catena Tinto Histórico 2022
Grape varieties: Malbec 75%, Bonarda 18%, Petit Verdot 7%.
Vinification: Cold maceration for 2-7 days at 48ºF (8.8ºC) to extract aromas. Spontaneous fermentation for 10-20 days with a post-fermentation maceration of 4-12 days.
Aging: 8-14 months in French oak barrels, in first, second and third use barrels.
Colour: Ruby.
Aroma: Perfumed nose with notes of red fruit such as bright strawberries and sweet cherries.
Flavour: The palate is firm and slightly chewy, with lots of fruit and spices, finishing long, clean and flavoursome.
Serve: 16 to 18⁰
Consumption: Immediate or storage.
Harmonisation: A gastronomic wine that goes well with red and white meats, as well as game.
Producer: Catena Zapata
Enology: Alejandro Vigil | Ernesto Bajda
Classification: Argentinian Wines – Mendonza
Awards and Notes:
- Robert Parker – 91/100 (2021)
- James Suckling – 92/100 (2022)
- Vinous – 93/100 (2022)
