Deeply aromatic, with blood orange and plumeria notes and a palate of spiced plum and sour cherry, plus a pleasant wave of minerally acidity chiming in and carrying the flavors on to the finish.
94pts Wine Advocate
Sourced from Altamira and Gualtallary, the 2022 Concreto Malbec opens with a fragrant, dark-fruited, balsamic and floral nose followed by an elegantly rich, precise and tensile palate. It culminates in a long, chalky and refined finish that deftly balances crystalline mineral notes, fine-grained tannins and weightless power. This is a beautiful iteration of a cuvée that routinely offers a definitive example of contemporary Uco Valley Malbec for a competitive price point.
Tasting Notes
Zuccardi 2022 "Concreto" Malbec is a striking example of high-altitude winemaking from Argentina’s Uco Valley, crafted entirely from Malbec grapes sourced from the stoniest soils of Paraje Altamira and Gualtallary. Fermented and aged in concrete vats to preserve purity and texture, the wine opens with intense aromas of violets, blueberries, iodine, and mineral notes. On the palate, it delivers sappy dark fruit, fine-grained tannins, and a distinctive chalky texture, culminating in a long, refined finish with hints of black tea, cedar, and dark chocolate. Its vibrant acidity and elegant structure make it a versatile pairing for dishes like Japanese beef sukiyaki, chicken adobo with soy and bay leaves, grilled lamb, and earthy mushroom-based fare, all of which complement the wine’s depth and minerality.
750ml
