Nicolas Catena is recognized as the vintner who revolutionized wine quality in Argentina. A trained economist, Nicolas began this revolution in the early 1980s and continues to constantly challenge himself and his team to make wines that can stand among the best of the world. His measured approach to viticulture has taken its place in wine history as the pioneer of high altitude viticulture.

The Catena wines, first launched in 1992, set a new standard for quality in South America. The wines immediately proved the quality potential of Argentina and garnered the first outstanding reviews for Argentine wines from the media worldwide. After more than 15 years, the wines of Catena continue to lead the way in Argentine viticulture and winemaking. Nicolas believes the terroir of Mendoza’s high altitude wine country (3,000 – 5,000 feet above sea level) is unique to the world. The reality of this belief is expressed in every bottle of Catena wine crafted. Bodega Catena Zapata is one of the few longstanding family wine companies in Argentina that still remains in Argentine hands. The family and the winery employees take great pride in carrying on the tradition that began over a century ago.