| Rating | 90 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Appellation |
Uco Valley Mendoza Argentina |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Price | $115.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2021-04-09 |
Perfect For
Special Occasion Splurges, Steak Dinner, Winning Over the Boss
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec , Syrah / Shiraz
Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino 2018 Review
Dark and inky with a powerful yet soft nature. It smells like blueberry liqueur with a whiff of flowers (violets?). The palate has nice weight, with moderate natural acidity lifting wine up just enough to enjoy some added notes of sweet like mocha and a skosh of vanilla. The wine is still aging but is also drinking well now.
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