{"product_id":"2022-bodegas-catena-zapata-nicolas","title":"2022 Bodegas Catena Zapata Nicolas","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Bodegas Catena Zapata Nicolas is a standout Argentine red from one of Mendoza’s most respected producers, known for combining high-altitude precision with serious ageing potential. Named in honor of Nicolás Catena, a pioneering force in modern Argentine wine, this bottle reflects both heritage and innovation in a polished, cellar-worthy style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep, concentrated color that hints at its depth and structure. The nose is layered and expressive, with ripe dark fruit, spice, and subtle savory complexity, while the palate is full-bodied and focused, balancing richness with fresh acidity and firm tannins.\n\nThe finish is long and refined, suggesting a wine built not only for immediate enjoyment but also for further development in bottle. With time, it should gain more nuance, revealing greater complexity and integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Mendoza, where altitude, sunshine, and wide diurnal temperature shifts help preserve freshness in even richly structured reds, this wine benefits from the region’s ideal growing conditions. The lack of additional technical details means specific harvest and vinification methods are not available, but Catena Zapata is widely recognized for meticulous vineyard selection and careful cellar work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a wine that works beautifully with grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, beef short ribs, or hearty mushroom dishes. Serve at 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 30–60 minutes if opened young to allow the aromas and tannins to open up more fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBodegas Catena Zapata is one of Argentina’s most celebrated estates, with a long history in Mendoza and a major role in elevating the country’s reputation on the world stage. The winery is especially known for its pioneering work in high-altitude viticulture and for producing wines that combine concentration, elegance, and a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catena Zapata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255033581905,"sku":"GCW-ZAPA-22111649","price":94.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/nicolas_catena_zapata_2022_-_bottle_shot.png?v=1783455917","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2022-bodegas-catena-zapata-nicolas","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}