CATENA ZAPATA 'Birth Of Cabernet' - San Carlos 2021 Bottle

Description

Catena Zapata’s 2021 'Birth of Cabernet' from the San Carlos appellation is an exploration of Cabernet Sauvignon’s historical significance in Argentina. The label is a masterful piece of storytelling, reflecting the winery’s signature narrative-driven art. It pays homage to the late 19th-century arrival of French cuttings in Mendoza, specifically highlighting that Cabernet Sauvignon - not Malbec - was originally considered the most prestigious variety in the region. The artwork celebrates the variety’s long-standing adaptation to the high-altitude Andean terroir, positioning it as a foundational pillar of Argentinian viticulture.

Sourced from the cool, high-elevation vineyards of San Carlos in the Uco Valley, the 2021 vintage is defined by a longer, cooler growing season. This resulted in a wine of exceptional aromatic precision and structural elegance. The nose offers classic Cabernet hallmarks: intense blackcurrant, red plum, and a distinctive herbal edge of cedar and graphite. On the palate, it is medium-to-full-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins and a bright, refreshing acidity characteristic of the 2021 vintage. Subtle oak aging provides layers of spice and tobacco, leading to a long, sophisticated finish. This wine is a superb tribute to the heritage of Cabernet in the Southern Hemisphere.