AWARD:  Decanter World Wine Awards, 2017 - Silver

Robert Parker - 95 points. "They blend two plots from two of their flagship vineyards, Adrianna in Gualtallary and Nicasia in Altamira to create the 2013 Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino. It is a classical Malbec with some creamy, smoky notes, juicy, polished and fresh but with enough power to stand up to food."

Producer: Bodegas Catena Zapata

Region/Appellation: Uco Valley 
Country Hierarchy: Mendoza, Argentina

Grape/Blend: 100% Malbec

Food Suggestion: Pairs well with lamb chops, beef tenderloin, and goat cheese

Wine Style: Red - Bold and Structured

Alcohol Content: 13.9%

Winemaker Notes:

The Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino shows a saturated dark violet color with ruby reflections; the nose offers cassis, blueberries and violets, along with a strong suggestion of soil tones. It combines density and sweetness on the one hand, with gripping, lightly saline flavors of mocha, dark berries, spice, and minerals; a palate-staining finish dominated by sweet black and blue fruits.