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Catena Zapata, a renowned Domaine Argentine winery, embodies family heritage, innovation and the distinctive expression of terroir in every sip of its wines.
Founded by Nicolás Catena Zapata in the early 20th century, Domaine has played a crucial role in raising the quality of Argentine wines worldwide.
The story begins with the immigration of Angelo Catena, an Italian immigrant, to Argentina in the early 20th century. His grandson, Nicolás Catena Zapata, inherited his grandfather's passion for viticulture and set about elevating Argentine wines to international heights. Innovation has been an important constant, with Nicolás pioneering the introduction of Bordeaux grapes to the Mendoza region, recognizing the unique potential of the terroir to produce world-class wines.
The Domaine extends over several vineyards, some of which are located at considerable altitudes, reaching up to 1500 meters above sea level. These differences in altitude, combined with the variety of soils, give the grapes unique characteristics that are reflected in the complexity and depth of the wines.
A key element of the philosophy is the exploration of terroir. Domaine produces wines that faithfully express the character of each parcel, highlighting the diversity of microclimates and soils in the Mendoza region. This approach has led to... See more ...
The magic of this wine lies in its singularity, both in style and in its approach to the Malbec grape variety. Probably one of the best vintages for Mundus Bacillus Terrae. The mere 4,800 bottles produced make it a wine of absolute Rareity.
Mundus Bacillus Terrae pays homage to rhizobacteria, micro-organisms that help vine roots resist stress and absorb nutrients, bacteria that live in symbiosis with the vines on the "Adrianna" plot located at an altitude of 1,450 meters. Three quarters of the wine is fermented in concrete and the rest in foudres, followed by 18 months in French oak barrels. A high percentage of these grapes ferment in whole bunches, which will have a notable influence on the mouthfeel.
Very deep, brilliant ruby color. The nose presents notes of violet and lavender, as well as red fruit notes that are discreet at first but intensify with aeration. Aromas of crushed raspberries and blackberries, wild herbs and bitter chocolate intertwine in a fine, elegant whole.
This subtle chocolate sweetness is repeated on the palate, along with elegant notes of black olive and violet. The texture is pure and dense, with nervous tension and very ripe, velvety tannins. Lots of white pepper and black fruit on the aftertaste. An incredibly silky, concentrated wine, with a powerful saline minerality that evokes the parcel's limestone subsoil with its thin layer of marine deposits.
Extremely persistent, it is the archetypal Malbec in all its splendor. It's a perfect match for venison with peppercorn sauce, chili con carne or duck with olives.
