“Cassis, tobacco, wet stones, iron and baking spices to the nose, showing class, restraint and complexity. Medium-to-full-bodied on the palate with super fine tannins. Dry, super elegant and silky with a lengthy, polished finish. Really Bordeaux-like. Juicy and long. 54% Cabernet Sauvignon from Gualtallary, 25% Cabernet Franc from Altamira and 21% Malbec from both areas. The highest portion of cabernet franc this year helped retain its nervy freshness! This is classy and beautiful.” — James Suckling, Nov 2023

“The 2020 Nicolás Catena Zapata is a blend composed of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Malbec and 20% Cabernet Franc sourced from Paraje Altamira in the Uco Valley. It was carefully aged for up to 16 months in French oak barrels. Garnet in hue. The nose reveals captivating cassis, rose, blackberry, plum and fig aromas harmoniously combined with dried flowers. The palate presents a dry and ample profile, with fine-grained tannins and a juicy flow that leads to a vibrant mouthfeel, brimming with energy. This meticulously crafted red achieves precise balance in a warm vintage.”
— Vinous, Sep 2023