Zuccardi Concreto Malbec 2023
Zuccardi Concreto Malbec 2023 is a dry, medium-bodied red from Malbec (Mendoza, Argentina), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with steak, barbecue, lamb, venison. Drink now or within 10 years (to about 2036). No need to decant. Critic score 95/100 (merchant-reported). Cheapest offer £42.38 at 8wines UK.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Drink it now or cellar for up to 10 years. No need to decant but best to open it half an hour before service. The Zuccardi Estate covers approximately 200 hectares of vineyards in the wine region of Mendoza, Argentina. The company, founded in the 60s and today considered one of the most prestigious in the country, is led by Sebastian Zuccardi, grandson of the founder, who produces wines widely appreciated by critics and the public, with a philosophy oriented towards quality and minimal intervention. Concreto Malbec is made with Malbec grapes sourced from the Paraje Altamira, San Carlos or Finca Piedra Infinita vineyards, characterized by rocky and predominantly calcareous soils. After fermentation in cement vats, the wine rest in cement tanks, as its name suggests (Concreto meaning concrete). The wine shows a deep color with dark ruby tones. Its aromatic profile is intense and complex with fragrant aromas of black fruits (especially blackberry and currant), aromatic herbs and flowers; On the palate it has a medium body and a smooth, velvety texture. It is full of character and shows a tasty fruit concentration and a good mineral vein. The tannins are firm and the acidity well balanced. The finish is long and slightly savory. It pairs well with meat, especially beef.