Zuccardi

When you taste a Zuccardi malbec, it is easy to wonder what, with a few exceptions, the rest of the country is doing. The grapes come from vineyards in the Uco Valley area, at an altitude of 1100 meters. This is fermented wild in a mix of concrete and oak, and then aged for a short 8 months. The result is a juicy and rich elegant wine with a transparency that sucks you into the glass. The bright acidity and round, mouth filling, black savoury fruit are perfectly balanced. The layering flavours, flecked with the nuances of spice and florals, enrich the final taste. This is a polished wine that reaches far above its price range. Buy and drink, or hold, the choice is yours. Back up the truck.Anthony Gismondi

After a few minutes, the nose of this Malbec displays notes of black fruit. The palate offers subtle flavors of plum and thyme backed by slightly astringent tannins and enough acidity.