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2021 Catena - Malbec Mendoza Paraje Altamira
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2021 Catena - Malbec Mendoza Paraje Altamira

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2021 Catena Malbec Mendoza Paraje Altamira is a 750ml bottle from Mendoza, Argentina, presenting a single-vineyard expression that reflects Paraje Altamira’s distinctive site within Catena’s portfolio. This vintage captures the intensity and character that Catena Malbec fans seek, offering a wine that is expressive now and poised for thoughtful enjoyment as it develops with a little cellar time.

Tasting notes

  • Aroma: ripe dark fruit such as blackberry and plum, with subtle floral notes.
  • Palate: concentrated fruit flavors, smooth, well-integrated tannins, and balanced acidity that provides structure without bitterness.
  • Finish: long and persistent, with a gentle echo of spice and mineral hints.

Food pairings

  • Grilled ribeye or porterhouse steak with a chimichurri or peppercorn crust
  • Roasted lamb with herbs such as rosemary or thyme
  • Aged cheeses like Manchego or Gouda, plus a dark chocolate dessert for balance
92+ Points
"The 2021 Appellation Paraje Altamira Malbec was my favorite from this range of Malbecs from different IGs (Indicación Geograficas, the appellations of Argentina), with freshness, elegance, balance, complexity and nuance. It has moderate 13.4% alcohol and very good freshness and acidity (in parameters and in the mouth), and it's clean, precise and ethereal with lots of energy. It is expressive and floral, varietal and with the full chalky texture that is a distinct characteristic of Altamira. It has polished tannins and finished tasty and long. 72,000 bottles were filled in November 2021."
—Luis Gutierrez -Wine Advocate
Appellation: Mendoza
Vintage: 2021
Variety: Malbec
Region: Argentina
Country: Argentina
Bottle Size: 750ml
Producer: Catena
Catena

2021 Catena Malbec Mendoza Paraje Altamira is a 750ml bottle from Mendoza, Argentina, presenting a single-vineyard expression that reflects Paraje Altamira’s distinctive site within Catena’s portfolio. This vintage captures the intensity and character that Catena Malbec fans seek, offering a wine that is expressive now and poised for thoughtful enjoyment as it develops with a little cellar time.

Tasting notes

  • Aroma: ripe dark fruit such as blackberry and plum, with subtle floral notes.
  • Palate: concentrated fruit flavors, smooth, well-integrated tannins, and balanced acidity that provides structure without bitterness.
  • Finish: long and persistent, with a gentle echo of spice and mineral hints.

Food pairings

  • Grilled ribeye or porterhouse steak with a chimichurri or peppercorn crust
  • Roasted lamb with herbs such as rosemary or thyme
  • Aged cheeses like Manchego or Gouda, plus a dark chocolate dessert for balance
92+ Points
"The 2021 Appellation Paraje Altamira Malbec was my favorite from this range of Malbecs from different IGs (Indicación Geograficas, the appellations of Argentina), with freshness, elegance, balance, complexity and nuance. It has moderate 13.4% alcohol and very good freshness and acidity (in parameters and in the mouth), and it's clean, precise and ethereal with lots of energy. It is expressive and floral, varietal and with the full chalky texture that is a distinct characteristic of Altamira. It has polished tannins and finished tasty and long. 72,000 bottles were filled in November 2021."
—Luis Gutierrez -Wine Advocate
Appellation: Mendoza
Vintage: 2021
Variety: Malbec
Region: Argentina
Country: Argentina
Bottle Size: 750ml
Producer: Catena