Catena High Mountain Vines Malbec 2024

Catena High Mountain Vines Malbec 2024 is a benchmark expression of Mendoza, showcasing the benefits of high-altitude viticulture pioneered by the Catena family. This vintage is a meticulous blend of fruit from several high-altitude estate vineyards, including Gualtallary, Lunlunta, and El Cepillo, which range from approximately 3,000 to over 4,700 feet above sea level. The wine undergoes a cold maceration to preserve fresh aromatics and is aged for 12 months in French oak to add structural depth.
On the nose, it offers an intense bouquet of ripe red and dark fruits—particularly blackberries and plums—accented by delicate floral notes of violet and traces of vanilla and mocha. The palate is medium-to-full bodied and velvety, showcasing a rich mouthfeel with flavours of blueberries and red currants layered with subtle sweet spices, tobacco, and leather. It features bright acidity and well-integrated tannins, leading to a long finish with a hint of flinty minerality.

91 Points - James Suckling

This shows expressive red and dark fruit, tapenade and a touch of dark chocolate. The palate is plush and round with fine-grained tannins and a clean, satisfying finish. Drink now.