BODEGA CATENA ZAPATA ALAMOS - Nuts and Brew - Laguna Hills (6/2/2009)
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2008 Bodega Catena Zapata Torrontés Alamos - Argentina, Salta
Floral notes with layers of peach and apricots. Refreshing and balanced on the palate. Reminiscent of a toned down Viognier with slightly higher acidity. 87-88 points. (87 pts.) -
2008 Bodega Catena Zapata Chardonnay Alamos - Argentina, Mendoza
Partial ML. 10% new oak. Ripe notes of pineapples, mango, with hints of popcorn. Balanced on the palate, if slightly sweet. 86-87 points. (86 pts.) -
2007 Bodega Catena Zapata Cabernet Sauvignon Alamos - Argentina, Mendoza
Earthy notes of plum, blueberry, and peppercorns. Slightly rustic and bitter on the palate finishing with a touch of fig and dried herbs. (85 pts.) -
2008 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Alamos - Argentina, Mendoza
Cool notes of blackberries and oyster shell. Nothing wrong with the wine, but nothing too exciting either. (84 pts.) -
2008 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Alamos Selección - Argentina, Mendoza
Roasted notes mixed nuts, marshmallows, grilled plums and herbs. Soft on the palate with a lingering finish. (88 pts.)