# Zuccardi Concreto (2022)

- **Producer:** Familia Zuccardi
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Malbec
- **Region:** Mendoza, Argentina
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €36
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** violet, black plum, black pepper, blackberry, black cherry, wet stones, earth

## About this wine

The Zuccardi Concreto is a 100% Malbec from Familia Zuccardi, hailing from the Paraje Altamira region in Mendoza's Uco Valley. This wine is distinguished by its maturation in concrete vessels, a technique that emphasizes the purity of the Malbec grape and the unique calcareous soils of its high-altitude vineyard. Familia Zuccardi, established in 1963, is renowned for its dedication to high-altitude viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking, aiming to capture the essence of the Uco Valley's diverse terroirs. The 2022 vintage showcases pristine fruit with vibrant acidity and fine tannins, reflecting the specific conditions of its origin.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Concreto' directly references the concrete vessels used for aging.
- No oak is used, allowing the pure expression of Malbec and its terroir.
- Familia Zuccardi was named 'New World Winery of the Year' in 2022.
- The wine is fermented using native yeasts.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats, cutting through fat and balancing protein. Its vibrant acidity provides a refreshing counterpoint to savory dishes, while its pure fruit profile can harmonize with earthy or herbaceous elements in food.

## Wine making process

The Zuccardi Concreto is produced from 100% Malbec grapes. A portion of the wine undergoes whole-bunch fermentation, while the entire batch is fermented in concrete amphorae using native yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged exclusively in concrete vessels, with no oak influence. This process is designed to highlight the purity of the Malbec fruit and the distinctive minerality derived from the calcareous soils of Paraje Altamira in the Uco Valley.