Nicolas Catena 2016 Catena Zapata

Classification
Type	Rouge
Marque	Catena Zapata
Millésime	2016
Pays	Argentine
Région	Mendoza
Raisin	Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Alcohol %	13.6%
Volume
État	Parfait
Étiquette	Parfait
Consommable	-2032
Stock	5

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Robert Parker (96)

The 2016 Nicolás Catena Zapata has not been released, and they are going to sell the 2017 before it. This is the one wine, together with the Adrianna Vineyard Mundus Bacillus Terrae Malbec, that is sold through the négoce in Bordeaux for Europe and Asia. This is backward, serious and austere, with terrific balance and great length. This is a blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon from Gualtallary and 31% Malbec from Nicasia. There is also some 8% Cabernet Franc that seems to add a touch, and in 2016, it didn't need irrigation because there was enough rain. This seems to follow the style of the 2013, a little tight, perhaps because of the Cabernets. This is nuanced and complex, with very good integration of the varieties and the oak, fruit, acidity and mineral texture. One of the best vintages for this bottling. 74,400 bottles produced. It was bottled in November 2017.

James Suckling (95)

This a rich and flavorful red, showing blackcurrants and tobacco. Full-bodied, soft and fruity with bright and spicy, oyster-shell and fresh-herb character. Serious cabernet blend.

BOW (8.75)