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Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec

The depth and concentration of small Argentinean plots
Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec
75 cl.
2023
92 Parker
92 Suckling
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Details
13.50%
Alcohol 13.50%
Mendoza
Production area Mendoza
Uco Valley
Designation of Origin Uco Valley
Catena Zapata
Winery Catena Zapata
Contains sulphites
100% Malbec
Varieties 100% Malbec
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Electronic label

Tasting notes Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec 2023

Red wine Aged in wood Respectful agriculture. 12 meses en barrica.

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec 2023 envelops you with its deep purplish-red hue. On the nose, a symphony of red fruits such as ripe cherries and fresh plums emerges, accompanied by delicate hints of violets and sweet spices. On the palate, its structure is full and enveloping, with gentle, soft tannins that caress, while its balanced acidity enhances each sip with freshness and fruity depth. This wine stands out for its elegant concentration and for faithfully reflecting the character of the La Consulta region. The 2023 vintage, marked by optimal weather conditions, has resulted in a malbec that combines power and elegance, ideal for those seeking authenticity and complexity in every glass.

Style Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Charcuterie, Soft cheeses, Red meat, Game

About Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec

The is a name behind renaissance of Malbec in Argentina. For decades, the Catena Zapata family has been pioneering the return of this Argentine variety to its full splendour. The one who clearly saw the potential was Nicolás Catena, a third generation Italian emigrant who, after traveling the world in the 1970s, discovered that the key to making inimitable wines was to plant the right variety in the right place. Following this premise, where there are no bad varieties, just the wrong places, he discovered in the high altitudes of Mendoza, Argentina, the place where his family had always made wines and where Malbec could once again shine with wines like Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec.

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec is a single-variety red wine that belongs to a collection made by the Catena family to pay homage to the Argentine terroirs. Like the French communes of Burgundy, where small plots of land give their name to the Vins de Village, in Argentina there are also villages like Lulunta, Vista Flores, San Carlos and Tupungato that are worth highlighting and giving value to. In general, all of them are surrounded by historic vineyards of no more than four hectares, owned by several members of the same family. This is because these lands also follow the Napoleonic Civil Code where when somebody dies, the land must be divided equally among their heirs. Among these lands is La Consulta, a town in the department of San Carlos, where the vineyards lie at an altitude of 1,095 metres above sea level on clay soils of alluvial origin.

This location lines up with the winery’s own philosophy, where they have always sought the vineyards closest to the sky. The pioneer was Domingo Catena, who in 1950 began to make wine with grapes from these vineyards when no one else was doing so. Today his grandson, Nicolás Catena, continues to look up high, knowing that this has a direct relationship with quality. And this is indeed the case, because as you go up the mountain, the average temperature decreases, increasing the temperature differences between day and night, resulting in the perfect climate for the grapes to ripen.

The production of Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec begins with a pre-fermentation maceration at low temperatures for about five days. Thanks to this process, where colour and aromas are extracted, it is possible to recreate the deep tone that made Domingo Zapata fall in love. Today, this detail is still given special attention. But this is not the only one. After fermentation, which will last about 16 days, Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec also spends ten days in contact with the skins. Finally, Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec spends almost a year in French oak barrels, where it will finish developing, expressing all the diversity of the terroir and the customs of these areas.

2023

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec 2023 envelops you with its deep purplish-red hue. On the nose, a symphony of red fruits such as ripe cherries and fresh plums emerges, accompanied by delicate hints of violets and sweet spices. On the palate, its structure is full and enveloping, with gentle, soft tannins that caress, while its balanced acidity enhances each sip with freshness and fruity depth. This wine stands out for its elegant concentration and for faithfully reflecting the character of the La Consulta region. The 2023 vintage, marked by optimal weather conditions, has resulted in a malbec that combines power and elegance, ideal for those seeking authenticity and complexity in every glass.
2022

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec 2022 boasts a deep cherry hue and a nose that gradually unfolds, revealing aromas of ripe fruits such as cherries and plums, almost liqueur-like, with a hint of clove. Its scent is fresh and balsamic, distinctly reminiscent of eucalyptus. On the palate, it is elegant and refreshing, with concentrated and silky tannins. Notes of red berries, cherries, vanilla, and cocoa stand out, offering balanced acidity and a complex profile.                                         
2021

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec 2021 unfurls a nuanced charm with hints of spices interwoven with aromas of fresh violets and red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, culminating in a gentle whisper of vanilla. Upon tasting, its harmony radiates through a finely-tuned acidity and a mineral texture. The tannins are poised and well-sculpted, contributing to a concentrated mouthfeel that envelops the palate without overpowering.
2020

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec 2020 exhibits a dynamic and invigorating personality. On the nose, you will encounter an array of fruits such as plums and blackberries, interwoven with a nuanced hint of spice reminiscent of black pepper. Upon tasting, its youthful character is evident through a distinctive minerality and tannins that glide with sophistication, providing a smooth and approachable texture. This Malbec is a true embodiment of the varietal expression and the terroir of La Consulta.
2019

Catena Appellation La Consulta Malbec 2019 is a richly concentrated deep violet-hued red, boasting profound and intense aromas. On the nose, it is potent, exuding fruity scents of dark berries. The palate experiences a silky and vivacious texture, underpinned by dense tannins.
2023
92 Parker
92 Suckling
2022
92 Suckling
2021
92 Parker
92 Suckling
2020
91 Parker
93 Suckling
2019
92 Parker

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
  • For orders over €150 shipping is free with CTT Express.