Catena Alta Malbec 2015 75cl
Picture deep, velvety black cherry and plum, a waft of violets, a whisper of mocha and spice, then tannins with real grip that still finish smooth and long. This is a grown-up Malbec, the bottle you open when the steak's on the grill and you actually want to talk about the wine. It's 2015, so it's had years to soften into its sweet spot. Pour it, swirl it, and watch a casual dinner level up. We'll get it to your door fast, whatever the hour.
Deep violet in the glass, and seriously aromatic before you even sip. You get ripe black cherry and dark plum up front, then violets and a little lavender, with mocha, cedar and a dusting of spice underneath. It's dry and full-bodied, the fruit is concentrated but never jammy, and that mountain-grown acidity keeps it fresh. The tannins are fine and firm, the kind that give the wine structure without drying you out, and the finish just keeps going. Eleven years in and it drinks beautifully balanced.
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Where it's from
This comes from Bodega Catena Zapata in Mendoza, Argentina, the family that basically put Argentine Malbec on the world map. Back in 1994, Nicolás Catena bottled the first premium Malbec exported worldwide, and his big bet was altitude: planting vines high up in the Andes foothills where intense sun, cool nights and big day-to-night temperature swings give the grapes deep colour and natural freshness. Catena Alta is the prestige tier, drawn from a hand-picked few rows of the family's best old vineyards, with the fruit hand-harvested in passes to catch each parcel at its ideal moment, then aged in French oak. Small production, serious pedigree.
Quick questions
- What is the price of Catena Alta Malbec 2015 75cl?
Catena Alta Malbec 2015 75cl is KSh 8,459 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for delivery in 30 minutes for most areas in Nairobi, or next day countrywide.
- What does Catena Alta Malbec 2015 75cl taste like?
Dry and full-bodied, with ripe black cherry and plum, violets, and notes of mocha, cedar and spice. The tannins are fine and firm, the acidity keeps it fresh, and the finish is long and elegant.
- What is the ABV of Catena Alta Malbec 2015?
It's 14.5% ABV, a full-bodied red. Pace yourself and keep some water nearby.
- How should I serve it?
Slightly cool, around 16 to 18°C, in a large red wine glass. Decant it or give it 30 to 60 minutes of air first to let it open up, since it's an aged, structured wine.
- What food pairs with Catena Alta Malbec?
Anything off the grill. Nyama choma, a good steak, braised short ribs, lamb chops, or aged hard cheeses. The firm tannins love fat and char.
- Where is it from?
Mendoza, Argentina, made by Bodega Catena Zapata, the family that pioneered high-altitude Malbec in the Andes foothills.
- Can I age this bottle?
Yes. Catena Alta is built to age one to two decades. This 2015 is drinking well now, but stored cool and dark it'll keep evolving for years.
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Catena Alta Malbec 2015 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Catena Alta Malbec 2015 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 8,459. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.
