Catena Alta Malbec 2021 - El Carajo Wine Store

Catena Alta Malbec 2021

$44.99
$44.99
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Catena Alta Malbec 2021 - El Carajo Wine Store
Catena Alta Malbec 2021

Catena Alta Malbec 2021

$44.99
$44.99
95
Vinous

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Product Information

  • 🍷 Style
    Red
  • 🍇 Varietal
    Malbec
  • 🏴 Region
    Mendoza, Argentina
  • 📅 Vintage
    2021
  • 📏 Size
    750 ML
  • 🧪 ABV
    13.7%

Tasting Notes

Dark-fruited and aromatic, weaving cassis and blackberry with violets, licorice, vanilla, leather, and peppery spice. Silky and mineral on the finish, it carries fine tannins and lively acidity that keep the richness feeling precise.

Food Paring

Pair with beef or lamb to match the wine’s depth and tannin structure. Pork dishes also work well, especially when roasted or grilled to echo the wine’s savory notes.

Professional Reviews

95 Vinous

"The 2021 Malbec Catena Alta comprises 70% sourced from Gualtallary in the Uco Valley and the remaining portion from Luján and Maipú. Aged for up to 18 months in French oak barrels, both new and used, this purple wine reveals aromas of plums and cherries alongside hints of lavender and violets, all atop a subtle cedar layer. Dry and juicy, the supple and velvety tannins are complemented by a nimble flow, resulting in a mildly structured red with a flavorful, lasting finish. If there is a key in Mendoza Malbec, meaning piecing together terroirs to enhance complexity, this bottle might be the example."

Region Information

Mendoza is Argentina’s most important wine region, located at the foothills of the Andes Mountains. High altitude vineyards, dry climate, and abundant sunshine create ideal conditions for Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and other varieties. Mendoza wines are known for ripe fruit flavors, concentration, and balanced acidity.

Argentina is South America’s largest wine producer and is especially known for Malbec. Vineyards are often planted at high altitudes near the Andes Mountains, resulting in intense flavors and natural acidity. Mendoza is the country’s most important wine region. Argentine wines combine old-world traditions with modern techniques.

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098709088603

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