Bodega Catena Zapata | |
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Location | Mendoza, Argentina |
Appellation | Mendoza Wine |
Founded | 1902 |
Key people | Nicola Catena, Domingo V. Catena, Nicolás Catena Zapata, Laura Catena & Alejandro Vigil |
Known for | High Altitude Malbec |
Varietals | Malbec, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon |
Distribution | International |
Website | http://www.CatenaZapata.com/ |
Bodega Catena Zapata is a family-owned winery located in Mendoza, in the sub appellation of Agrelo, Argentina. The winery structure is distinguished by its pyramid-like design based on Mayan architecture. [1]
The winery was founded in 1902 by Italian immigrant Nicola Catena and was passed to his son Domingo. [2] [3] Domingo’s son, Nicolás Catena Zapata (A.K.A. Nicolás Catena), was a pioneer to introduce European winemaking techniques to Argentina, [1] [4] including the introduction of Malbec and vine growing in high altitudes. [5] [6] [7] [8] Nicolás Catena’s daughter, Laura Catena, and other members of the Zapata family, have also been involved in the winery. [9]
In 2023, it was awarded the title of the World's Best Vineyards. [10]
Bodega Catena Zapata | |
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Location | Mendoza, Argentina |
Appellation | Mendoza Wine |
Founded | 1902 |
Key people | Nicola Catena, Domingo V. Catena, Nicolás Catena Zapata, Laura Catena & Alejandro Vigil |
Known for | High Altitude Malbec |
Varietals | Malbec, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon |
Distribution | International |
Website | http://www.CatenaZapata.com/ |
Bodega Catena Zapata is a family-owned winery located in Mendoza, in the sub appellation of Agrelo, Argentina. The winery structure is distinguished by its pyramid-like design based on Mayan architecture. [1]
The winery was founded in 1902 by Italian immigrant Nicola Catena and was passed to his son Domingo. [2] [3] Domingo’s son, Nicolás Catena Zapata (A.K.A. Nicolás Catena), was a pioneer to introduce European winemaking techniques to Argentina, [1] [4] including the introduction of Malbec and vine growing in high altitudes. [5] [6] [7] [8] Nicolás Catena’s daughter, Laura Catena, and other members of the Zapata family, have also been involved in the winery. [9]
In 2023, it was awarded the title of the World's Best Vineyards. [10]