WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
The Catena Cabernet Sauvignon shows a dark ruby color with violet tones. On the nose, it offers intense aromas of ripe raspberries and cassis with notes of pepper, clove, and a touch of cedar. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich and displays layers of black currant and black raspberry with notes of cedar and oregano. This Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant wine with silky tannins that provide structure and a long and persistent finish. Pair this Cabernet with red meats like steak or lamb, demi-glace sauces, or with Steak Frites for a simple bistro-style meal.
TASTING NOTES:
Lots of fresh black and blue fruit on the nose with dried leaves, chocolate orange and rosemary. Medium-bodied with fine, polished tannins. Fresh, creamy cabernet.
- James Suckling, 91 pts.
The varietal 2020 Catena Cabernet Sauvignon shows the warmer, drier and riper character of the year when tasted next to the 2019, which is a completely different style of year. This is juicy and round within the serious and clean style without any excess of the wines from Catena. It's medium-bodied, with fine-grained tannins and a dry finish. It's a blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot.
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 90 pts.
