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Anthony Gismondi on Wine
Catena Malbectext
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16¾/20

Catena Malbec 1996

Mendoza, ArgentinaVery deep cherry color. Intense floral, plum jam aromas, peppery, earthy mushroom spice and mint highlights. Rich and concentrated with supple tannins, ripe cherry berry jam, mocha, spicy earthy oak toast flavours. Very long and harmonious. Impressive malbec made from multiple clones planted in a 60 year-old vineyard. Drink now - 3 years.Tasted: 01 March 1999Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:
BC$24.95750ml 
Producer: Bodega Catena ZapataDistributors: Trialto Wine Group
Noble Estates Wines & Spirits Inc.
Grape: Malbec