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Catena Zapata is an Argentine winery based in Mendoza, founded in 1902 by Nicola Catena, an Italian immigrant. The estate is led by Nicolás Catena Zapata, who in the 1980s and 1990s pioneered high-altitude viticulture in Mendoza's Uco Valley. The winery owns several high-elevation vineyards including Adrianna, at approximately 1,500 meters above sea level. Catena Zapata produces wines primarily from Malbec, the signature red variety of Argentina, as well as Cabernet Sauvignon and other varieties.
The winery also conducts research on high-altitude viticulture through the Catena Institute of Wine.
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Catena Zapata ranks #38 of 393 in the Winery ranking, behind Domaine Armand Rousseau, ahead of Bollinger.
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Who is the current head of Catena Zapata?
The Mendoza winery is currently led by Nicolás Catena Zapata, who is credited with pioneering high-altitude viticulture in Argentina. His daughter, Laura Catena, also plays a major role as the managing director.
What is Catena Zapata known for?
The estate is internationally recognized for establishing Argentina as a top global Malbec producer. They proved that high-altitude vineyards in the Andes foothills could produce world-class, age-worthy wines.
Where is the Catena Zapata winery located?
The estate's main winery is located in Mendoza, Argentina, featuring a dramatic Mayan-temple-inspired architecture. Their premier vineyards are situated in high-altitude zones like the Uco Valley and Luján de Cuyo.
What was Nicolás Catena Zapata's impact on Argentine wine?
In the 1990s, he took a massive risk by planting vineyards at extremely high altitudes, believing the cool nights would preserve acidity. His innovations transformed the Argentine wine industry and put Malbec on the global map.
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