92pts James Suckling

White pepper and spices on top of red berries and tamarind. Juicy and medium-bodied on the palate with firm tannins and a linear, medium-long finish. Drink now.

91pts Vinous

The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Catena contains 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot from Uco Valley and Primera Zona. It is deep purple in hue with reserved aromas of red and black fruit, a touch of camphor and balsamic herbs. Dry and broad with active tannins, the 2023 is a crowd pleaser.

Tasting Notes

The Catena Cabernet Sauvignon shows a dark ruby color with violet tones. On the nose, it offers intense aromas of ripe raspberries and cassis with notes of pepper, clove, and a touch of cedar. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich and displays layers of black currant and black raspberry with notes of cedar and oregano. This Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant wine with silky tannins that provide structure and a long and persistent finish.

About the Wine

The Catena wines are a special assemblage of High Mountain Estate Vineyards made by fourth generation vintner, Laura Catena and chief winemaker, Alejandro Vigil. Although we have found that most of the Catena wines are consumed shortly after release, we are pleased to see that they age beautifully for ten to twenty years. Through decades of study and exploration within Mendoza’s high altitude mountain terroirs, the Catena family has identified special locations for its Estate vineyards. From the marriage of these historic vineyards emerges a wine of unique character that has natural balance, concentration and a distinct varietal identity

Blend: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot