Catena Cabernet Sauvignon, 2020 – 750ml

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 they have found that most of the Catena wines are consumed shortly after release, they 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.

A Blend of Four Vineyards – vineyards are divided into lots that are harvested at different times:

• Agrelo 3,117 ft (950 m) elevation: Clay topsoil with rounded rocks on the bottom.
• Villa Bastías 3,675 ft (1,120 m) elevation:  Silt loamy soil with limestone on the bottom.
• Altamira in La Consulta 3,593 ft (1,095 m) elevation: Loamy soil, with rounded rocks on the bottom.
• El Cepillo, Eugenio Bustos 3,593 ft (1,090 m) elevation:  Loam-sandy soil with thick calcareous layers and rounded rocks on the bottom.
• Varietal: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot
• Alcohol: 13.6%
• Total Acidity: 5.25 grams/liter
• pH: 3.56