Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Catena Zapata
Label Name:
 
Estiba Reservada
Vintage:
 
2016
Country:
 
Argentina
Region:
 
Mendoza (Agrelo, Valle de Uco / Gualtallary)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc
Method:
 
Hand-harvested selected 'Zapata' rows; 28 days skin maceration; fermented in small lots and aged ~18 months in 100% new French oak barrels.
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Tasting Note:
 
Deep purple. Aromas of cassis, blackberry, mint and eucalyptus with cedar, vanilla and toasted oak. Concentrated, silky texture, firm polished tannins, balanced acidity and a long, mineral-tinged finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, beef short ribs, aged Manchego or cheddar; Asian: Korean BBQ, char siu, Sichuan-style beef, teriyaki steak, rich Chinese braises.
Vineyard Info:
 
Produced by Catena Zapata (founded 1902). Sourced from high‑altitude family vineyards including La Pirámide and Adrianna; selected 'Zapata' vines are specially marked and harvested separately.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Highly regarded by critics and retailers; vintage 2016 is reported in the mid‑90s (approx. 94–97 points) and is featured in regional best‑wine lists and retailer listings