Catena Malbec vs Vergelegen Reserve Merlot 2018
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| Availability | In stock | Out of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £17.99 | — |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | — |
| Producer | Bodega Y Vinedos | Vergelegen |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Malbec | Merlot |
| Region | Mendoza | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Catena Malbec
Catena Malbec is one of Argentina's most iconic expressions of Malbec , sourced from the Catena family's historic high-altitude vineyards in the foothills of the Andes mountains in Mendoza . For over four generations, the Catena family has pioneered high-altitude viticulture in Argentina, producing wines of exceptional concentration, elegance and longevity that have helped define the modern Argentine wine industry. Why You'll Love It This is benchmark Argentine red wine from one of Mendoza's most celebrated and historic estates. The Catena family's commitment to high-altitude viticulture and meticulous vineyard management delivers a Malbec of outstanding depth and character. Rich, full and luscious, it offers the concentration and elegance that has made Catena a benchmark name in world wine. Meet the Producer Catena Zapata is one of Argentina's most revered wine estates, with a winemaking heritage spanning more than four generations. Pioneers of high-altitude viticulture in Mendoza, the family has been instrumental in elevating Argentine Malbec to international acclaim. Their commitment to quality, research and terroir expression sets the standard for the entire region. Viticulture Grapes are sourced from the Catena family's historic vineyards situated at high altitudes in the Mendoza foothills of the Andes. The combination of intense sunlight, cool nights and well-drained soils at elevation produces fruit of exceptional concentration, freshness and aromatic complexity. Tasting Notes Deep concentrated dark fruit aromas with delicate floral notes and minor vanilla essences. The body is rich, full and luscious on the palate with notes of concentrated black cherry and dark berried fruits, sweet spices and tobacco tannins. A good balance of crisp acidity and flinty minerality carries through to a long, quality finish. Perfect Pairings A natural match for grilled meats, roasted lamb, fish with tomato sauce and roasted vegetables. Equally at home at a casual dinner or a s
Vergelegen Reserve Merlot 2018
All the grapes came from Vergelegens vineyards: Kopland, Stonepine, Korhaan and Rooiland. Although most of the Merlot was planted on north and north-west facing slopes, the Korhaan and Lower Schaapenberg vineyards are on cooler sea-facing aspects. Two clones were used: a French Bordeaux and an Italian clone. The vineyards are all dry-land, but are carefully monitored to avoid stress. The fruit was picked at peak physiological ripeness to avoid the necessity of adding acid and prevent the extraction of hard tannins. Fermentation took place at 28C and lasted seven days. The wine was then left to macerate for two weeks before being run off into barrels for malolactic fermentation. It was racked four times to encourage tannin evolution and then matured for twenty months in small French oak barrels, only 50% of which were new. Ripe plum colour with a ruby rim. The nose shows ripe fruit flavours, spice and a touch of chocolate. The ripeness of the fruit is balanced by fresh fruit acid and soft wood/fruit
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