Introduction
The 2022 Zuccardi Concreto Malbec from Argentina's Uco Valley in Mendoza stands out as a vibrant and pure expression of Malbec, emphasizing terroir-driven character over oak influence. This unique wine, fermented and aged entirely in concrete, highlights the fresh minerality and distinctive profile of high-altitude Malbec, bringing a captivating mix of elegance, structure, and complexity to the glass.

Terrior
The Uco Valley, nestled at high altitudes in Mendoza, offers ideal conditions for Malbec with its abundant sunshine, cool nights, and limestone-rich soils. This combination enables slow ripening, which enhances both acidity and aromatic intensity. The mineral-rich soils contribute to the wine’s distinct minerality and purity, allowing the grape's varietal characteristics to shine without intervention from oak aging.

Appearance
Deep purple with vibrant hues and an almost inky core, showing intensity and depth in color.

Nose
The aromatic profile is fresh and dynamic, featuring red and dark fruits such as blackberry, plum, and red currant, accompanied by floral notes of violet and a hint of wet stone minerality, capturing the essence of the Uco Valley’s terroir.

Palate
Medium- to full-bodied with a lively acidity that balances the rich fruit profile. Dark berry flavors of black cherry, blackberry, and blueberry lead, followed by subtle herbal nuances and a unique, chalky minerality. The tannins are structured yet silky, adding to the wine’s elegance and length.

Finish
Long, clean, and mineral-driven, with lingering notes of red fruit and an earthy, stony finish that leaves a refreshing impression.

Press:

95 points, James Suckling:
"What a perfumed nose with plenty of violets, iodine, blueberries, and minerals. Lots of sappy fruit with fine-grained tannins that tightly wrap the full-bodied palate. Pristine, concentrated and quintessential. A selection of the stoniest soils from Paraje Altamira. 100% whole-bunch fermentation."

94 points, 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."

93 points, Wine Enthusiast:
"This is a blend of malbec grapes from top subregions in the Uco Valley. The wine was fermented and aged in concrete vats to showcase its texture and vibrant character. Floral and blackberry aromas blend on the nose. It features chalky tannins and floral notes on the mid-palate, followed by dried herbs and enough vivacious black fruit flavors, providing balance. "

Overall Impression
The 2022 Zuccardi Concreto Malbec is a beautifully pure, terroir-focused wine that emphasizes the unadulterated character of Malbec in Mendoza. With no oak influence, the wine’s natural fruit and minerality shine through, making it both an intriguing and authentic representation of Uco Valley’s high-altitude vineyards.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 14%
Farming Practices: Sustainable, organic practices (non-certified)
Producer Name: Zuccardi Valle de Uco
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: Argentina
Region: Uco Valley, Mendoza
Grape Varietals: 100% Malbec
Vintage: 2022
Wine Style: Red, medium- to full-bodied
Winemaking Techniques: Fermented and aged in concrete vessels, emphasizing purity and minerality
Pack Size: 750 ml
Container Style: Bottle
Closure Style: Cork