Catena Appellation Vista Flores Malbec 2023 vs Magpie Estate The Good Luck Club Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. One of these is currently out of stock across tracked merchants.
| Availability | Out of stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | — | £18.99 |
| Current stockists | — | 1 merchant |
| Producer | — | Magpie Estate |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Malbec | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Region | — | Barossa |
| Country | — | Australia |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Catena Appellation Vista Flores Malbec 2023
Catena Appellation Vista Flores Malbec is a striking expression of high-altitude Malbec from one of Mendoza’s most celebrated subregions. Crafted by the Catena family—pioneers of Argentina’s modern wine renaissance—this wine reflects over a century of dedication to quality and innovation. Sourced from the historic Vista Flores vineyards, it captures the hallmark intensity, structure, and depth that define Malbecs from this exceptional terroir. Meet the Producer For more than 100 years, the Catena family has been at the forefront of Argentine winemaking. Known for their ground breaking work in high-altitude viticulture, they have redefined the potential of Malbec on the world stage. Their meticulous approach combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge research to create wines that express the unique identity of Mendoza’s diverse vineyards. Vineyards The Vista Flores Vineyard sits at 1,100 metres (3,608 feet) above sea level in the Uco Valley. Its soils are of alluvial origin—mainly loamy with a sublayer of rounded stones, composed of 80% sand, 10% clay, and 10% silt. This composition ensures excellent drainage, resulting in small, concentrated berries that produce wines of great colour, structure, and aromatic purity. Vinification The grapes undergo an extended cold maceration for 2–6 days at temperatures below 10ºC (50ºF) to extract aromatic complexity and colour. Fermentation lasts between 8–16 days, followed by a total maceration of up to 12 days to refine texture and balance. The wine is then matured for 11–13 months in 100% French oak barrels, 35% of which are new, adding subtle spice and elegance without overpowering the fruit. Tasting Notes Deep violet in colour, this Malbec opens with aromas of ripe blackberries, plum, and dark cherries, layered with hints of violet, cocoa, and spice from French oak ageing. The palate is rich and structured, with fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity that lead to a long, persistent finish. Food Match A perfect par
Magpie Estate The Good Luck Club Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Magpie Estate The Good Luck Club is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Smalltown Vineyard that defies easy categorisation — and is all the better for it. Notes of shoe-leather on the nose, a palate driven by fresh cassis, vanilla, a dollop of cream, and the texture of a lolly-stick sucked clean. It's, in the words of the winemaker, an absolute bloody marvel. Why You'll Love It Magpie Estate continues their long-standing tradition of superstitious wines with this dual-facing label — show either The Good Luck Club or The Bad Luck Club, illustrated in 19th-century Japanese Kabuki masks. It's a wine about the highs, lows, ayes, and noes of winemaking, chance, and the mad undulations of human existence. The magpie, a bird that for many represents fortune, feels like the perfect mascot. Serious wine, seriously good fun. Vineyard & Production Sourced from Smalltown Vineyard in the Barossa Valley, South Australia — a region that has long proven its mastery of Cabernet Sauvignon alongside its more celebrated Shiraz. Crafted with the precision and irreverence that defines the Magpie Estate house style. Tasting Notes Shoe-leather and dark fruit on the nose. The palate delivers fresh cassis, vanilla, and a dollop of cream, with the satisfying texture of a lolly-stick sucked clean. Rich, structured, and deeply characterful, with a long, rewarding finish. Perfect Pairings Excellent with slow-roasted lamb, beef short rib, mature hard cheeses, and dark chocolate. Also the ideal companion for a long evening of good conversation and better luck. The Blend Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
Prices and availability reflect the latest tracked merchant checks and may change before checkout.