2003 Catena Alta Malbec
Catena Alta Malbec 2006
Wine Description

Fact Sheet

The 2006 Catena Alta Malbec presents a dark, opaque violet color, almost blackish in hue. The nose offers freshly ground, ripe berry fruits with layers of wild flowers, cinnamon spice, and a touch of citrus. The mouthfeel is full and coating, with exceptional weight and concentration but with a soft, supple texture. The mid palate offers rich cassis and black currant fruit flavors interwoven with hints of chocolate, vanilla and black pepper. The lengthy finish shows wonderful minerality, with finely grained tannins and lively acidity.
 

Alejandro Vigil, Chief Winemaker

Name: Catena Alta
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: 100 % Malbec
Vineyards: Lot 18, Angélica Vineyard, Lunlunta district, 2,850' elevation
Lot 4, La Piramide Vineyard, Agrelo district, 3,100' elevation
Lot 1, Altamira Vineyard, Altamira district, 3,870' elevation
Lot 9, Adrianna Vineyard, Gualtallary district, 4,600' elevation
Lot 3, Adrianna Vineyard, Gualtallary district, 4,725' elevation
Fermentation: Max. Temp. 27° C for an average 16 day fermentation and 32 day maceration.
Aging: 18 months in French oak, 70% new
Alcohol: 14 % vol
Acidity/pH: 5.57/3.63
Fining/Filtration: Unfined/Unfiltered