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A quintessential example of microclimate blending this wine is 100% Malbec sourced from the following vineyard lots: the sandy, clay soils in Lot 18 of the Angélica vineyard; the lime, clay soils in Lot 4 of the La Pirámide vineyard; the sandy soils in Lot 2 of the La Consulta vineyard; and the sandy soils of Lot 3 & 9 of the Adrianna vineyard. Cooler than normal temperatures in the Angélica & La Pirámide vineyards offered fruit with rich fruit aromatics and soft textures. Slightly warmer temperatures in Adrianna & La Consulta meant deep blackish purple color, wonderful cassis and floral aromatics and well structured tannins. This vintage should be enjoyed in 5 to 7 years and will continue to improve over the following 12 years.
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The 2002 Catena Alta Malbec is the quintessential example of a Malbec microclimate blend. The Angelica vineyard offers ripe plum flavors with a full, yet soft mouthfeel. The La Pirámide vineyard lends delicate rose petal aromatics and spicy black pepper notes. The Altamira vineyard contributes concentrated black cherry fruit and additional structure. Lot 3 of the Adrianna vineyard presents explosive floral aromatics and finely grained tannins while Lot 9 from this vineyard adds a deep, blackish - purple color, concentrated cassis fruit and a lengthy finish. The blend of these five distinct Malbec lots allows for heightened complexity in the final wine. José Galante, Winemaker |