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Nicolas Catena Zapata 2015
Catena Zapata
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Units | Size | Case size | GBP Price: | Quantities | Buy |
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18 | 75cl Bottle | Case 6 | £265 per Case | Cases | [Add to shopping basket] |
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Along with the 2014 vintage, I also tasted the 2015 Nicolás Catena Zapata. The 2015 is higher in Cabernet Sauvignon, which represents 83% of the final blend, while Malbec comprises the remaining 17%. It feels quite ripe, with notes of cherries and an earthy touch. It's juicy and soft, very approachable, even though it has the Cabernet's textbook tannins. Score: 93 Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2019-2023 29 June 2018 |
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A giant. Not only in Argentina’s strong suit in terms of power, it also shows finesse and aromatic complexity. There are all manner of blackberries, smoke, chocolate and spicy notes. Built on a panoramic scale, but full of energy and enormous refinement. The finish cascades on and on. A blend of 83% cabernet sauvignon and 17% malbec. Try in 2021. Score: 96 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Maturity: 2021+ 05 April 2018 |
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(14.2% alcohol: made from vines in both Uco Valley and Luján de Cuyo): Bright ruby-red. Pungent aromas of cassis, blackberry, herbs and grapefruit are pure and unadorned. Juicy and stylish in a European style, conveying an impression of delicacy and terrific penetration. This is sweeter and suppler than the 2015 Nicasia Vineyard Malbec but I'm not sure that it's deeper. Finishes with a powerful spine, strong supporting acidity and terrific length. Score: 94 Stephen Tanzer, Vinous.com Maturity: 2022-2029 01 April 2018 |