{"product_id":"catena-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","title":"Catena Cabernet Sauvignon 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCatena Cabernet Sauvignon is an \u003cstrong\u003eorganic and sustainable still red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that faithfully reflects the identity of the Mendoza terroir. Produced by Catena, it is made from a careful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot grapes. In the glass, it displays a ruby red colour with subtle purple hues. On the nose, it offers elegant aromas of blackcurrant, hawthorn and mint, accompanied by delicate woody notes. On the palate, it reveals a balanced \u003cstrong\u003emedium-bodied structure\u003c\/strong\u003e with velvety tannins and a clear floral aftertaste, standing out for its great versatility when paired with red meats, pork and \u003cstrong\u003eaged cheese boards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the renowned vineyards of Mendoza, located between 950 and 1120 metres above sea level in the areas of Agrelo, Villa Bastías, Altamira and El Cepillo. This distinctive \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-altitude cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures the ideal thermal conditions for precise aromatic development. The alluvial soils have a varied composition: from the clay soils of Agrelo to the silty soils of Altamira and Villa Bastías, and the \u003cstrong\u003esilty-sandy soils\u003c\/strong\u003e of El Cepillo. The presence of calcareous layers and rounded rocks gives the wine a solid \u003cstrong\u003egeological richness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification begins with a \u003cstrong\u003ethree-day cold maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve the primary aromas, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts for about twenty days. The process continues with a prolonged \u003cstrong\u003epost-fermentation maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage the extraction of colour and polyphenols. Finally, the wine completes its journey with \u003cstrong\u003ematuration in barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for a period of twelve to fourteen months. The use of containers of different ages, selected according to the characteristics of each vineyard, allows for a perfectly balanced aromatic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Catena Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 embodies the centuries-old tradition of the renowned Argentine winery Catena Zapata, founded in 1902. Sourced from \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-altitude vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e located between 950 and 1120 metres on the majestic Andes of Mendoza, this red wine fully expresses the authenticity of its terroir. Production follows a strict \u003cstrong\u003eorganic approach\u003c\/strong\u003e, using indigenous yeasts and \u003cstrong\u003ematuring in barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for 12-14 months. An award-winning excellence that, bolstered by prestigious international accolades, celebrates an oenological heritage of inestimable value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Catena Zapata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45778297979051,"sku":"58865","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/catena-cabernet-sauvignon-2022_58865_1_ebf021c0-db50-4e49-99eb-6055e2c341f2.webp?v=1773787943","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/catena-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}