The textbook barrel-fermented 2019 Catena Alta Chardonnay was produced in 500-liter barrels with wild yeasts, and the élevage was in those same barrels with lees and lasted for 14 months. It has an expressive and characterful nose that combines notes of d...
65% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon Located in the heart of Graves and built on the site of a 12th century fortress Vineyards are farmed sustainable without pesticides or additional chemicals Fermentation in small temperature-controlled cement tanks, al...
Sourced from multiple vineyard locations in the Anderson Valley, this Pinot Noir is an assertive yet elegant wine, brimming with aromatics of black cherry skins and flavors of raspberry compote.
The 2022 Catena Chardonnay is a medicinal and balsamic expression of the varietal, with aromas of bay leaf and white flowers. The palate is dry and medium-bodied with mellow acidity and moderate ripeness and alcohol
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 ...
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Catena Appellation Agrelo from Luján de Cuyo was aged for eight months in a third new barrels. Garnet red in hue. The nose offers notes of roasted red pepper, ash and ripe blackcurrant along with hints of spice. Broad and expan...