Nicasia Vineyard Malbec Catena Zapata 2020 is a tibute to Malbec that stands out for its impressive fruit concentration, complexity and high quality. Every year it receives impressive scores, and the 2020 vintage has received 96 points from Robert Parker, 94 points from Wine Enthusiast and Tim Atkin MW. But the best of all is that as soon as you put it in your glass and taste it, you will think, like we did, that you would easily pay double for this wine. Yes, it is that good and such a bargain!
The wine comes from the Uco Valley in Mendoza, Argentina, a region known for producing high-quality Malbec, due to its unique microclimate and soil. Another important part, which Catena highlighted, is the high altitude of the region, which is responsible for wines with dense fruit, an intense aromatic profile and lively acidity.
Specifically, Nicasia Vineyard Malbec 2020 Catena Zapata comes from the Nicasia vineyard, at 1,095 m. in the Uco Valley, from vines planted in 1996. Then, cold saoking is used to obtain color and aromas without tannins, and after that, the juice ferments for approximately 18-22 days. The time and temperature of the extraction during and after the fermentation give the wine an impressive opaque violet color and dense tannins for long-term aging. Finally, the wine matures for 16-21 months in French oak barrels. The result is a premium and opulent Malbec, capable of evolving beautifully over time, delivering unique and unforgettable experiences.
Make two bottles of Nicasia Vineyard Malbec 2020 Catena Zapata yours now, one for now and one for 2033!
