Catena Zapata

Lujan de Cuyo

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Top scoring wines such as Argentina’s first 98 point wine with Robert Parker, and family fame as the pioneers of making Malbec in Argentina make this a can’t miss winery for most Argentine wine lovers.

Catena Zapata is undoubtedly one of the most recognized labels from Argentina around the globe. The winery itself is shaped as a Mayan pyramid in homage to the native dwellers that originally inhabited South America. Tours are offered daily, and visitors can also opt for a full tasting, with their most prized wines at the end of the tour. Remember, as with all other wineries in Mendoza, booking in advance is a must. 

Wine to try: You can’t miss out on trying one of the New World’s highest ranked wines - Nicolas Catena Zapata 2008, with 98 Robert Parker points.

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