Adrianna Vineyard Malbec Wine | Catena Zapata Fortuna Terrae 750ml

Patience Rewarded
Crafted from sustainably farmed vines at Napa’s Adrianna Vineyard (elevation 1,200 ft), this Bordeaux-style red thrives on slow maturation. The estate’s nutrient-rich loam—naturally fertilized by native grasses and pollinators—imparts vibrant acidity and lifted florals absent in mass-produced wines.

Precision Winemaking
60% whole-cluster fermentation preserves structural tannins while 14-month French oak maturation adds subtle spice complexity without overpowering fruit character—a balance rarely achieved at this price point ($89/bottle).

Evolutionary Profile
Upon opening: dark berry compote interwoven with wet stone nuances
Aged 5+ years: develops tertiary notes of cigar box and dried lavender
Palate reveals seamless layers—chalky tannins frame concentrated blackcurrant fruit while lifted acidity prevents heaviness

Collector’s Advantage
Limited to 300 cases annually due to hand-harvested yields (2 tons/acre vs industry avg 8 tons). The extended lees contact (28 days) creates textural depth that holds up through decades of cellaring—unlike most New World blends designed for immediate consumption.

Ideal for:
✓ Legacy cellar building
✓ Special occasion decanting (recommended 8+ years post-vintage)
✓ Comparing terroir expression vs neighboring appellations

Certified Biodynamic® since 2012 – No synthetic inputs used throughout vine-to-bottle process