CATENA ZAPATA BIRTH OF CABERNET

The Catena family’s winemaking roots trace back to the late 19th century. Since its founding in 1902, Bodega Catena Zapata has grown into one of the most influential names in Argentine wine. Nicolás Catena laid the foundation, and today his daughter Laura leads the bodega alongside her siblings. With a background as both physician and scientist, Laura has brought fresh perspectives and a research-driven approach to Mendoza’s high-altitude vineyards. Together with her sister Adrianna, a historian and storyteller, Laura created Birth of Cabernet. This project not only tells the story of Cabernet Sauvignon itself, but also the journey from France to Argentina. Their earlier collaboration, Malbec Argentino, already combined history and art in a striking label. With Birth of Cabernet, they continue this path, bringing together science, history, and family passion in a single bottle. The winery building, shaped like a pyramid rising against the backdrop of the Andes, symbolizes the balance between tradition and innovation. Catena Zapata remains deeply rooted in heritage, while continuing to push the boundaries of what Argentine wine can achieve.