Catena Zapata ′Catena Alta′ Malbec 2019/20, Mendoza

Nicolás Catena Zapata was the first ever South American to be named Decanter Man of the Year. He introduced high-altitude Malbec to the world, helping make Argentinian expressions of the grape a household name. Catena Alta is a collection of wines made in limited quantities from carefully selected vines in Catena’s best vineyards. These prized bottles are best enjoyed after 3 years of maturation and will continue to improve over at least a decade. It’s aged for 18 months in oak, making it rich and supple. Expect notes of black fruits, mocha and vanilla. Enjoy a generous glass with roasted pork, studded with cloves.