Founded in 1902, Argentina’s Bodega Catena Zapata is known for its pioneering role in resurrecting Malbec and in discovering extreme high altitude terroirs in the Andean foothills of Mendoza. The family’s Adrianna Vineyard at almost 5,000 feet elevation has been called the Grand Cru of South America.
Awards
- Dr. Nicolás Catena: Decanter Man of the Year, Wine Spectator Distinguished Service Award, Der Feinschmaker Award, Lifetime Achievement by Wine Enthusiast
- Dr. Laura Catena: Woman of the Year by The Drinks Business
Winetraveler Tip Regarding Booking Tours at Bodega Catena Zapata: Be sure to contact the winery well ahead of time to make a reservation. Contact the winery using the contact information on this page.
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Catena Pyramid Visit
Welcome drink at La Pirámide. Walk by the main barrels room and tour of the vineyard. A tasting of three high-end wines with a selection of nuts.
Wines: Catena Alta Chardonnay, Catena Cabernet Sauvignon and Nicasia Malbec
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes (including time in the Wine Shop).
Available hours: Monday to Friday 09:30, 11:30, 15:00, 16:00 h. Saturdays 9:30 and 11:30 h.
If you plan to visit Mendoza, please accept our invitation to visit us.
Given that all tours are done by specialized guides in small groups, we encourage you to book a date and time in advance.
Renaissance of Malbec Visit
Tour based on the history of Malbec.
Visit to La Pirámide vineyard.
Guided barrel tasting and 4 high-end wines, accompanied by regional cheeses, charcuteries, olives and nuts.
Wines: Catena Alta Malbec, D.V. Catena Vineyard Designated Adrianna Malbec, Malbec Argentino and Nicolás Catena Zapata.
Duration: 2 hours (including time in the Wine Shop).
Available hours: Monday to Friday 11:00 and 15:00 h. Saturdays 11:00 h.
Price: $100 per person.
Adrianna Grand Cru Visit
Tour focused on the vineyard wines of Adrianna Vineyard.
Visit to La Pirámide vineyard.
Guided barrel tasting and four of the Parcel wines from Adrianna as well as Malbec Argentino, paired with tapas of regional products.
Wines: Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Bones, Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard White Stones, Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae, Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard River Stones and Malbec Argentino.
Duration: 2 and a half hours (including time in the Wine Shop).
Available hours: Tuesday and Friday 10:30 h.
Price: $150 per person.
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