How important is the wine label?
Rebecca Lo examines how distinctive label designs, such as that of Catena Zapata’s Malbec Argentino, enhance storytelling and brand differentiation.
Drinks International – June, 2025
The Drinks Business Awards 2025: Birth of Cabernet earns the ‘Expressions Award’ for best design and packaging.
Catena Zapata and Stranger & Stranger were recognized for their innovation
in artwork and packaging at the London Wine Fair.
Drinks International – May, 2025
THE JUDGEMENT OF DUSSELDORF: Nicolás Catena Zapata 2021 ranked among the 12 world-class red wines
The judges grouped the top seven wines with similar scores into the high-quality category of «First Growth Premier Cru Classé A». The blind tasting event lineup is regarded as the “Kings of Wines”.
Drinks International – April, 2025
Red and Green Michelin Stars for Angélica Cocina Maestra
Catena Zapata’s wine-first restaurant, a concept designed by wine chefs Nicolás Catena, Alejandro Vigil and Laura Catena, was awarded a red star for its high quality cuisine and a green star for its commitment to sustainability.
Michelin Guide – April, 2025
Birth of Cabernet: fine wine tells ‘the coolest story nobody knows’
The Catena family celebrates this 15th edition recognition and shares it with everyone who contributed to the winery’s success.
Drinks International – April, 2025
Catena named the #1 World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2025 by Drinks International Magazine
The Catena family celebrates this 15th edition recognition and shares it with everyone who contributed to the winery’s success.
Drinks International – March, 2025
Best in Sustainability Award 2025 – The Vinexposium Business Awards
The Catena Institute of Wine was awarded for its scientific approach to preserving Argentina’s nature and the centuries-old culture of its vineyards.
Vinexposium – February, 2025
Women in wine – Dr Laura Catena
«Today I manage our winery which provides jobs that elevate Argentine wines, and we are helping our whole region with all the research that we do and share. Then there’s the joy that wine brings to people. I honestly think that I’m making a greater impact as a winemaker than as a doctor.»
Jancis Robinson – November 2024
15th International Terroir Congress
On November 18-22, 2024, more than 250 attendes gathered in Mendoza, Argentina, to learn about the latest research in terroir from the world’s best minds in the field.
Catena Intitute of Wine – November, 2024
Argentina: A vine resource for the wine world?
Argentina is unique in the genetic diversity preserved in much of its vine material. Dr. Laura Catena from the Catena Zapata winery, commissioned this article for Decanter about what lessons can be learned from massal selection to protect vineyards around the world.
Decanter – Dr. Laura Catena – September, 2024
Dr. Laura Catena launch Gold in the Vineyards in Mandarin
Argentine vintner Dr. Laura Catena has released her book Gold in the Vineyards in Mandarin, adding three new chapters on Chinese wineries.
The Drinks Business – Eloise Feilden – 7 May, 2024
Dr. Laura Catena hosted WSET’ Annual Ceremony
A record number of graduates were awarded their Diploma by the WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) at the annual ceremony in London’s Guildhall.
Harpers – Andrew Catchpole – 24 April, 2024
The World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2024
Catena Zapata is 2024 Most Admired Wine Brand in South America for the 5th year in a row.
Drinks International – Oli Dodd – 2 April, 2024
How Laura Catena Is Tackling Wine’s Sustainability Challenges
Dr. Catena shed light on the significant hurdles the wine industry faces in driving measurable and sustained change around environmental sustainability.
Forbes – Erica Duecy – February 26, 2024
100 points for Adrianna Vineyard Mundus Bacillus Terrae from Descorchados
The Adrianna Vineyard Mundus Bacillus Terrae received a perfect 10 points in Descorchados, awarded by journalist Patricio Tapia
Descorchados – Patricio Tapia – 18 dec, 2023
Another 100 points for Adrianna V. River Malbec from Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
With this 100-point score, Adrianna becomes South America’s vineyard with the most perfect scores from Parker and from other leading international critics.
Luis Gutierrez, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate – August 31, 2023
Why Catena Zapata is the best
What’s a visit to the new World’s Best Vineyard really like? PLUS Dr Laura Catena on elevating Argentine wine.
International Wine Challenge – Chris Boiling – July 13, 2023
Catena Zapata in Mendoza is voted number one in the World’s Best Vineyards 2023
Topping the list is Catena Zapata from Argentina who also won overall South American vineyard.
World’s Best Vineyards – July 12, 2023
Catena Zapata tops the list at No. 1 World’s 50 Best Vineyards to Visit
Argentina’s Catena Zapata was just crowned the No. 1 wine estate in the world to go experience firsthand.
Bloomberg – Elin McCoy – July 12, 2023
Laura Catena elected as new honorary president at WSET
The ambassadorial role will see Catena supporting the ongoing advance of the WSETs highly success mission to deliver wine and spirit education around the globe.
Harpers – Andrew Catchpole – April 20, 2023
Catena Zapata, N°1 Most Admired Brand in South America & N°2 in the World
Argentina’s Catena Zapata, winner in 2020, took the runner’s-up spot and therefore collected the Most Admired Wine Brand in South America.
Drinks International –
Shay Waterworth – March 29, 2023
Catena Zapata Family opens first restaurant, built on 120 years of winemaking heritage
In 2023 they marked another milestone, the opening of Angélica Cocina Maestra.
Forbes – Cheryl Tiu – March 20, 2023
Dr. Laura Catena received Outstanding Achievement Award from Meininger
She received the award for her work in Sustainability and in elevating Argentine wine.
Meininger – March 18, 2023
Dr. Laura Catena, Winner of the Old Vine Hero Award 2023
She accepted the award for her longstanding commitment to promoting and protecting the future of Old Vine Malbec in Argentina.
Jancis Robinson – Tamlyn Currin – March 16, 2023
Catena Institute of Wine becomes a research and industry associate of the IMW
Catena join the IMW’s mission to promote excellence, interaction and learning across all sectors of the global wine community.
Master of Wine – March 1, 2023
Argentina’s Most-Awarded Wine Family, Catena Zapata, Partners with the Star Wine List of the Year Awards in London
Adrianna Catena presented the Gold Award for Best By-the-Glass List in the ceremony.
Industry Advisor – February 24, 2023
ALL EYES ON ARGENTINA From Fútbol World Champions to Wine Champions
Argentina’s most-awarded wine family, Catena announces a new restaurant, Angélica – Cocina Maestra, opening February 2023 in Mendoza, Argentina, featuring ‘the Messi of Wine’ as chef and a ‘wine-first’ concept.
December 22, 2022
Catena Zapata opens exclusive new restaurant
Catena Zapata has opened a charming and sophisticated new restaurant where diners can enjoy the house’s most exclusive, award-winning wines.
Decanter – Alejandro Iglesias – December 15, 2022
Catena Zapata – #1 Best Vineyard in Argentina and #9 in the World
‘World’s Best Vineyards’ Announced Top 50 in Mendoza, Argentina
World’s Best Vineyard – October 25, 2022
Nicolás Catena Zapata chosen by Le Figaro as one of the Best Wines of 2019 Vintage
The most important newspaper in France chose the best wines of 2019 vintage. Nicolás Catena Zapata received the same rating as Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Margaux, Masseto & Solaia.
Le Figaro – Ella Lister et Alicia Dorey – September 23, 2022
‘Malbec Mon Amour’ Dives Deep into Argentina’s Signature Grape
Bodega Catena Zapata’s Laura Catena and Alejandro Vigil publish a new book about the history of Malbec, Mendoza and the visionaries behind the family business.
Wine Spectator – Shawn Zylberberg – March 22, 2022
Wine Star Awards. Who is the Argentine who won one of the most important awards in the World of Wine?
Nicolás Catena is the first South American vintner to receive Wine Enthusiast’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
La Nación – Sebastián A. Ríos – February 8, 2022
A Biography About Argentina’s Most Famous Red Grape
“Malbec Mon Amour,” written by two directors at the Bodega Catena Zapata winery in Mendoza, tells the story of a grape that likes to travel.
The New York Times – Florence Fabricant – January 18, 2022
Nicolás Catena Zapata receives Wine Enthusiast Lifetime Achievement Award
The prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award honors industry legends whose decades of innovative and groundbreaking work have transformed the wine world and beyond.
Wine Enthusiast –
Michael Schachner – October 28, 2021
People to know: Laura Catena
Karen MacNeil interviews Laura Catena
Wine Speed – Karen MacNeil – September 29, 2021
Jancis Robinson’s Writing Competition 2021
Dr. Adrianna Catena wins the popular vote with essay about Angélica Vineyard, Argentina.
Jancis Robinson – September 22, 2021
The Rise of Catena: Observation, Hard Work & Calculated Risk
Wine reviews
Christy Canterbury – Christy Canterbury MW –
August 19, 2021
New Catena Institute study shows the value of terroir
Jane Anson reports on efforts by the Catena Institute to measure terroir in Argentina.
Decanter – Jane Anson – July 8, 2021
Proof of Terroir? Researchers Dig Deep into Argentine Malbec
A study from the Catena Institute of Wine finds chemical evidence that the soils in which a vineyard grows leave an indelible stamp on the wine.
Wine Spectator – Shawn Zylberberg – April 23rd, 2021
The Catena Institute of Wine proves the existence of Terroir
The article “Terroir and vintage discrimination of Malbec wines based on phenolic composition across multiple sites in Mendoza, Argentina” was published in one of the most-cited journals in the world.
Scientific Reports – February 3rd, 2021
The Evolution of Malbec, Argentina’s Signature Wine
VinePair’s wine-loving staffers found inspiration in our Catena wines to create tasty pairings while learning about the fascinating history of the Malbec grape.
Vinepair – Sam Sumpter
December 8, 2020
Laura Catena and Argentina’s high-altitude Malbec
How Laura Catena is harnessing science and history in the snowy Andes to create Argentina’s new award-winning Malbec.
Between the wines – Ruma Singh
April 30th, 2020
Argentine Vintner Dr. Laura Catena Discusses Harvest During a Crisis
Laura spoke with Wine Enthusiast about how both Catena Zapeta and Argentina itself are navigating the novel coronavirus pandemic, and how the industry and entire world can best move forward.
Wine Enthusiast – Susan Kostrzewa
April 2th, 2020
Catena Zapata tops The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands 2020
Argentina’s Catena Zapata has topped this year’s list of The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands, conducted in association with market research specialists at Wine Intelligence.
Drinks International – Shay Waterworth
March 31st, 2020
Laura Catena releases book on world’s most famous vineyards
Managing director of Argentina’s Catena Zapata, Laura Catena, has released a new illustrated book featuring what she believes are the 12 most celebrated vineyards in the world.
Drinks Business – Phoebe French
March 9th, 2020
Laura Catena Works On Two Continents – As Physician And Winemaker
Catena explained how input from her medical background helped improve operations at her family’s already iconic winery.
Forbes – Tom Mullen
February 17th, 2020
Dr. Laura Catena’s newest book explores some of the world’s great vineyards
Discovering a fine vineyard is like finding gold. That’s the premise explored in Dr. Laura Catena’s newest book.
Wine Business – Kerana Todorov
January 20th, 2020
Laura Catena on science, culture and how argentine malbec fits in with the world’s greatest wines
The philosophy of elevating Argentine wine is at the core of everything we do.
Grape Collective – Lisa Denning
November 2nd, 2019
Catena Zapata was proud to host a wine tasting at the Great Wall
Laura Catena, invited a group of people to enjoy five wines from Catena Zapata’s Adrianna Vineyard that were awarded 100 points by Robert Parker, James Suckling and Falstaff.
Financial Times – Xue Li – October 25, 2019
Five wines from Catena Zapata’s Adrianna Vineyard were awarded 100 points by Robert Parker, James Suckling and Falstaff
Falstaff – October 3, 2019
Climb every mountain: the Catena story
Anthony Rose recounts the history of the epoch-defining Argentinian producer and profiles the uassuming intellectual whose visionary ideas and business acumen put his country on the global fine-wine map.
The World of Fine Wine – Anthony Rose
September, 2019
Laura Catena Looks to Next Generation in UC Davis Lecture Series Talk
In her lecture titled “How Science Can Preserve the Ancient Art of Winemaking,” Catena detailed her experiences in helping establish Argentina’s wine industry.
Wine Business – Kendal Koorenny
May 31, 2019
Laura Catena reveals her «100-year plan»
At a tasting in London yesterday, Laura Catena revealed her “100-year plan” for Nicolás Catena Zapata – her top-end Argentine label now sold through La Place de Bordeaux.
Forbes – Tom Mullen
February 17th, 2020
In search of finessse
Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae Malbec 2014, N°1 wine recommended by Kim Marcus.
Wine Spectator – December 31, 2018
The Mission-Driven Career of Laura Catena
With boundless energy and a scientific viewpoint, she is leading Argentine winemaking to new heights.
Seven Fifty Daily – Betsy Andrews – December 31, 2018
Laura Catena: “Argentina is the paradise of wine”
She is one of the heiresses of the most important winery in the country and combines her passion for Mendoza vineyards with her work as a pediatrician in California.
La Nación – December 30, 2018
Wine Star: Laura Catena
The Argentinian vintner is a passionate ambassador for her native land.
Wine Spectator – October 22, 2018
Decanter Wine Legends
Nicolás Catena Zapata, vintage 1997, featured at Decanter.
Decanter – October 2018
Catena Zapata to sell top wines via Place de Bordeaux
Catena Zapata in Argentina has said that two of its top wines will be represented across Europe and Asia by 10 Bordeaux merchant houses.
Decanter – September 5, 2018
Catena Zapata joins La Place
Bodega Catena Zapata’s flagship wines, the Nicolás Catena Zapata 2015 and the Adrianna Vineyard Mundus Bacillus Terrae Malbec 2015, have joined La Place de Bordeaux
Meininger – September 5, 2018
Could Wine Become Your Career?
Lettie Teague speaks with several accomplished professionals “who made the leap into wine in hopes of greater fulfillment,” including LAURA CATENA, managing director for CATENA ZAPATA.
The Wall Street Journal – August 30, 2018
Two Wines from Catena’s Adrianna Vineyard are First South American Wines Awarded 100 Points from Robert Parker
Luis Gutiérrez awards perfect scores to South America for the first time: Adrianna Vineyard River Stones Malbec 2016 and El Gran Enemigo…
PR WEB – July 16, 2018
Laura Catena’s Malbec Mission
Bodega Catena Zapata sparked a wine revolution in Argentina. Vicki Denig talks to its insanely busy managing director.
Wine Searcher – Vicki Denig – July 12, 2018
Bodega Catena Zapata
One of the outstanding and historic houses in Argentina, Catena was first founded in the 19th century.
Washington Wine Blog – November 30, 2017
Catena transformed face of Argentine wine
In 1898, Nicola Catena left famine-stricken Italy to find a new home in Argentina and it was his decision to plant Malbec…
The Royal Gazette – November 24, 2017
Catena unveils new label design inspired by the history of Malbec
Bodega Catena Zapata has unveiled a new label design for its Malbec Argentino 2015.
The Drinks Business – 20th November, 2017
«Innovation through technology is finished»
Dr. Nicolás Catena Zapata, the patriarch of Catena Zapata, believes that the era of innovation through technology-driven winemaking is over, upended by pursuit of terroir.
The Drinks Business – by Natalie Wang – May 2017
«The quest to uncover Argentina’s true winemaking potential»
Dr. Laura Catena has a gift. The gift to make in-depth talk of soil microbes and rock formations captivating.
The Buyer – by Richard Siddle – April 24, 2017
Argentina on fine wine mission to rival Burgundy
Catena Zapata is similarly a producer know for following the fine wine path, highlighting not only the evolution of its Malbecs…
The Drinks Business – April 24, 2017
«Any protectionist action is harmful…»
By simply glancing Nicolás Catena Zapata’s CV, one can immediately tell that he’s no ordinary businessman.
La Nación – by José del Rio – February 12, 2017
High Hopes in The Andes
Can science help an Argentine heiress produce a New World wine as complex as a Bordeaux? Dan Rosenheck visits the vineyards…
The Economist – by Dan Rosenheck – January 2017
Vertical Tasting of the Nicolás Catena Zapata 1997-2012
The wines from Bodega Catena Zapata, including the Chardonnays, have established an impressive track record for longevity…
Vinous – by Stephen Tanzer – October 2016
The Village Wines of Mendoza
Catena offers a range of deliciously fresh, high altitude, single-vineyard malbecs, as well as a new line of more affordable «village» wines from Mendoza.
Wine&Spirits Top 100- September 2016
You Think You Know Malbec Wine…
A new wave of subtle, structured wines out of Argentina are poised to change the way the world sees the famous fruit bomb grape.
Bloomberg – by Elin McCoy – August 19, 2016
The grande dame of Malbec
Heir to a dynasty that celebrates argentine wine, she is the first woman to run one of the high-end wineries of her country.
La Nación – by Christophe Salin, General Director Domaines Barons de Rothschild – December, 2015
Saving Malbec
Emergency room doctor/winemaker Laura Catena breathes new life into Argentina’s misunderstood national grape.
Saveur – by Bruce Schoenfeld – December 25, 2015
Wine Trails: Mendoza wineries to visit
See Lonely Planet’s recommendations for four Mendoza wineries to visit when travelling the region, from their new wine travel book.
Decanter – November 5, 2015
Taking Their Place
It seems surprising, but as recently as a generation ago, women in Argentina were kept at arm’s length by the wine industry.
Female Winemakers – by Amanda Barnes – 2015
Is there a Doctor in the Vineyard?
Balancing a professional life in medicine with a family life is daunting enough, but throw a second career into the equation…
BCLiquorStores – by Kasey Wilson – March, 2015
Characterization of Malbec
In this article, the author explains that the soil is not just an inert medium that supports the vine, but a rich environment filled with microflora.
Translation from Los Andes – By Fernando Buscema – February, 2015
I knew I could help since I was young
She is not only Catena Zapata’s Managing Director, but she is also a Biologist and practicing Emergency Physician…
Translation from La Nación – by Sebastián Ríos –
February, 2015
Dark Horse Wines
Great Finds in Odd Places. On a quest for terrific wines from anywhere but the places you might think they were made…
The Wall Street Journal – by Lettie Teague – 2014
Wine Star: Dr. Nicolás Catena Zapata
The right leader at the right time, this vintner effected profound change in Argentina’s wines. Argentina’s wine visionary, Nicolás Catena Zapata.
Wine Spectator – by Ben O’Donnell – October, 2014
A doctor is reviving Argentinean Wine
Laura Catena, one of Argentina’s best wine producers, is also an emergency-room doctor in San Francisco…
Food&Wine – by Ray Isle – September, 2014
The permanence of Malbec
Laura Catena, Catena Zapata’s Managing Director stresses the fact that Malbec is already famous in the world…
Translation from Vinos y Buen Vivir – by Federico Lancia – 2014
Beyond Malbec
Argentine wines offer quality, value and accesibility. Laura and Dr. Nicolás Catena Zapata are credited with improving winemaking…
Market Watch – by Eugenia Williamson – 2014
We can’t be tempted to produce cheap, bulk wines
Laura Catena insists on the fact that Argentina has to focus on selling high-end wines abroad.
Translation from Los Andes – by María Soledad Gonzalez – June, 2014
Science at the Service of Pleasure
An Institute dedicated to achieving the perfect blend and balance.
Translation from La Nación – by Sebastián Ríos – July 19, 2014
Is there aWhy is Argentinian Malbec Unique? Doctor in the Vineyard?
Researchers explain why argentine malbec is different from malbec wines from other parts…
Translation from La Nación – by Sebastián Ríos – July 21, 2014
High-end wines auctioned
The event took place for the second consecutive year. Wines are starting to sell like works of art.
Translation from La Nación – by Sebastián Ríos – May, 2014
Lunch With Dr. Nicolás Catena Zapata
I was lucky enough to be seated next to Dr. Nicolás Catena Zapata, considered to be the Robert Mondavi of Argentina.
The Huffington Post – by Mary Orlin – Jun 23, 2013
The Gentleman of Wine
Following Catena’s enlightenment, Argentina began to make quality wines and found its place in the world of wine.
Translation from La Nación – by Sabrina Cuculiansky – 2012
Argentina’s Visionary Vintner
Nicolás Catena Zapata earns 2012 Wine Spectator Distinguished Service Award
by Nathan Wesley – November, 2012
Q&A: Laura Catena
She is an emergency room doctor. She is also a fourth-generation winemaker from a family credited with revolutionizing Argentinian wine.
Wine Searcher – by Amanda Barnes – August, 2012
Fatherly advice for wine on Dad’s Day
In Argentina, Nicolás Catena Zapata took over from his father to establish Catena as one of the great Argentinian wine brands…
Shangai Daily – by Anthony Rose – June, 2014
The Chill Above, The Chalk Below Gualtallary
Closing in on 5000 ft above sea level, the terrain southwest of Mendoza becomes extreme.
by Nathan Wesley – November, 2012
Anniversary Buying Guide
Nicolás Catena Zapata is one of the principal figures today in Argentine wine, the force that’s made malbec Argentina’s defining wine.
The Wall Street Journal – by Lettie Teague – 2014
Catena Zapata, Pioneer of Malbec
Argentina wasn’t exactly a hotbed of winemaking in the past. But after Nicolás Catena Zapata, the world turns its attention to the South American.
Wine Spectator – by Ben O’Donnell – October, 2014
We have to focus on the High-End
Laura Catena, president of Bodega Catena Zapata, is a key promoter of our white and red wines in the US.
Food&Wine – by Ray Isle – September, 2014
Meat&Malbec: Bodega Catena Zapata
A Mayan piramid in the middle of Argentina? That’s the first sign you have that Catena Zapata winery sees itself a little differently.
USAToday – by Chirs Gray Faust – 2011
I’d like that working here becomes the equivalent of studying in Harvard
At present, Nicolás Catena Zapata’s daughter is president of her family’s winery…
Translation from Pap Mendoza – by Mauricio Llaver – 2011
The Rich Wine and Food Heritage of Argentina is reflected by its people
First Impressions of Buenos Aires. Wine is a high source of national pride among Argentines.
Wine Spectator – by James Laube – February 9, 2011
2010 Winestar Awards Ceremony
Wine Enthusiast Magazine honors wine industry luminaries from around the world at the New York Public Library on monday evening.
Wine Enthusiast – 2010
Argentine Wine: Malbec and More
According to Vino Argentino, a new book by Laura Catena, malbec was introduced to Argentina in 1853…
Smithsonian.com – by Amanda Fiegl – 2010
Princess of Wine
As a scientist and Emergency Physician, Laura Catena leads the family winery, a traditional Argentine icon, in the land she loves.
Translation from La Nación – by Sabrina Cuculiansky – May 2010
Wine Tip: Malbec Madness
Argentina’s star red is running up the score. With the explosion of Malbec bottlings available in the United States, it’s becoming increasingly…
Wine Spectator – by James Molesworth – April 2010
Catena rules Argentine chardonnay
When I think of wine from Argentina, it’s generally rich, full-flavored reds -especially malbec- that come to mind.
Winophilia – by Stephen Tanzer – 2010
Nicolás Catena Zapata, Decanter Man of the Year
Nicolás, his wife Elena and daughters Laura and Adrianna enjoyed the award dinner in London…
Decanter – 2009
Argentina’s Ambassador of Wine
California had Mondavi. Argentina has Catena… Nicolás Catena Zapata is the visionary who saw Argentina’s potential to produce fine wine…
The Washington Post – by Dave McIntyre – 2009
Young Winemaking Stars in South America
Vigil has set aside his ego, but not his restless drive to find the vineyard expression in the wine.
Wine&Spirits – by Patricio Tapia – 2009
100 Greatest Wine States
The Only Winery from Argentina & Chile Selected by Robert Parker Jr. as one the Great Wine Estates of the World.
by Robert Parker Jr. – 2008
Tasting Highlights: Argentina
Malbec dominates the country’s reds, but don’t overlook Cabernet and even Pinot Noir.
Wine Spectator – by James Molesworth – 2007
Argentine Vintners Go Global
Argentina is one of the brave new worlds for wine. While it has a long history of winemaking, few vintners in this South American country…
The Washington Times – by Paul Lukacs – 2005
Laura Catena, Argentine Ambassador
Laura Catena, 37, isn’t just a practicing emergency room physician with degrees from Harvard and Stanford…
Food & Wine – 2005
Bodega Catena Zapata Leads Argentina’s Push for Quality
Catena Zapata has long been among the leaders in moving Argentina into the realm of fine wine.
Shanken News Daily – September 22, 1995