| Rating | 85 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2014 |
| Appellation |
Mendoza Argentina |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $15.00 Value Pick |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2017-08-03 |
Perfect For
Party Wine, Sipping Without Food, Wine And Cheese Night
Drink If You Like
Malbec, Merlot , Zinfandel
Bodega Catena Zapata 'Catena' Malbec 2014 Review
Exactly what is expected of benchmark Malbec, if without the layers and distinction that come with Catena's higher-end examples. Blackberry, vanilla, violet, and a bit of spice and bitter herbs on the finish. If you have a choice of value-driven Malbecs, pick this one.
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