Catena Alta Malbec Historic Rows 2016 Bottle:12 with cherries

with cherries

Mourvèdre vines are planted in sandy soil and are dry-farmed

This wine is inspired by the great wines of Chateauneuf du Pape in the Rhone Valley

2014 was another fantastic growing season

Catena Alta Malbec Historic Rows 2016 Bottle:12 with cherriesPlenty of cocoa powder as well as violets follow through to some serious tannins that are already well integrated. They and the crisp acidity give the dry finish some assertive power. Rows is an incredibly elegant, seamless wine that has an almost Burgundian style in its mulberry, blueberries, incense, forest floor, and spring flower laced aromas and flavors. Beautiful on the palate as well, with medium to full body, supple tannins, and terrific