Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae Malbec 2021

Limited to just 12 bottles! Grab yours while supplies last!

95 POINTS – Aaron Romano, Wine Spectator
“Elegant, fresh and inviting at the onset, with violet, hibiscus
and blood orange notes that join a smooth-textured palate of
raspberry coulis and red currant, melding into richer tiers of
dark chocolate and graphite that linger around fine tannins,
echoing back to the core flavors.”

97 POINTS – Vinous
“The 2021 Malbec Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae is sourced from a small plot situated in Gualtallary, featuring a soil profile with a depth of one meter. It underwent a meticulous 16-month aging process in foudres and concrete vats and exhibits a dark purple hue. The nose presents enticing lavender, mint, mountain herbs, orange peel and curry aromas layered over a foundation of dried flowers. The palate offers a compelling combination of dryness and juiciness. The rich and taut mouthfeel imparts a vibrant energy that flows into a compact yet delicately lingering finish. A unique and flavorful Malbec, it marries a primary style with a terroir-driven conceptual approach.“

Fortuna Terrae means luck of the land in Latin, and indeed, the vines from this parcel of the Adrianna Vineyard are lucky. The loamy soils are home to many varieties of native grasses which prevent erosion and attract insects, singing birds and mountain foxes. Because of the freshness imparted by the deep soils and high altitude, the wines of Fortuna Terrae have optimal acidity and delicate flower aromas. It is best to enjoy these wines a few years or decades after harvest.

Over the years, Nicols Catena Zapata discovered the influence altitude has on fruit quality. As one climbs the altitudes of the Andes the average temperature decreases and the amplitude between day and night temperatures increases. Named after Nicols Catena Zapatas youngest daughter, the Adrianna Vineyard is located at almost 5,000 feet elevation in Mendoza.