Zuccardi Polígonos Altamira Malbec
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Product specifications
| Wine type | Red wine |
|---|---|
| Winery | Zuccardi |
| Country | Argentina |
| Region | Mendoza |
| Appellation | Uco Valley |
| Grape variety | Malbec |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Taste profile | Powerful |
| Alcohol content | 14% |
| Organic | No |
| Biodynamic | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Halal | No |
| Type | Quiet |
| Colour | Red |
| Volume | 0.75 liters |
| Closure | Cork |
| Serving temperature | 16 to 18 degrees |
| No added sulphites | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Alcohol-free | No |
Tasting Note Zuccardi Polígonos Altamira Malbec
An elegant and characterful Malbec from Paraje Altamira in the Uco Valley. The nose is immediately striking for its fresh, aromatic character, with notes of red cherries, raspberries, and plums, complemented by violets, fresh herbs, and a subtle spiciness. As the wine opens up, nuances of graphite and wet stone also emerge.
On the palate, the wine is juicy and concentrated, yet remarkably fresh at the same time. The vibrant acidity gives the wine tension, while the fine but firm tannins provide structure. The fruit remains beautifully in the foreground: red currant, cherry, and plum are complemented by notes of herbs, pepper, and a light, mineral, chalky impression.
Food Pairing
Zuccardi Polígonos Paraje Altamira Malbec is delicious with grilled beef, lamb, ribeye, and Argentine steak. Thanks to its fresh acidity and fine tannins, it also pairs surprisingly well with roasted vegetables, mushrooms, spiced stews, and empanadas.
Additional information
The name Polígonos refers to the philosophy behind this series. Zuccardi aims with these wines not just to showcase the grape, but above all the identity of a specific place. The various vineyards are, as it were, separate "polygons" on the map of the Uco Valley, each with its own climate, soil, and history.
Gualtallary lies at the foot of the Andes and has a high-altitude, dry climate. There is plenty of sun during the day, while nights cool down significantly. This allows the grapes to ripen slowly while retaining their natural acidity.
The soil here is at least as interesting. Under a layer of sand, there is gravel, caliche, and plenty of calcareous material. It is precisely these lime-rich soils that contribute to the mineral, energetic style of this Malbec.
The wine is made using indigenous yeasts and fermented in concrete vats. It then matures in concrete and used, untoasted 500-liter French oak barrels. This keeps the influence of wood limited and allows the grape, soil, and origin to speak for themselves.
At the end of the 19th century, the Zuccardi family emigrated from Italy to Argentina. In the 1950s, Alberto V. Zuccardi founded an irrigation company, a logical step in a country where agriculture is hardly possible without irrigation. To demonstrate the success of his system, he planted his first vineyards in Maipú in 1963, followed by an expansion near Mendoza.
Since 1985, his son José Alberto Zuccardi has led the family business, which is now world-renowned for its quality. Zuccardi has been named Best Vineyard in South America multiple times, and their wines consistently receive top ratings, including scores as high as 100 points from Parker.
Wine Scores/Awards
James Suckling - 94 points (2023)
Tim Atkin - 94 points (2023)
James Suckling - 94 points (2022)
Tim Atkin - 94 points (2022)
Robert Parker - 93 points (2021)
James Suckling - 94 points (2021)
James Suckling - 94 points (2020)
Fun fact
With the Polígonos series, Zuccardi is essentially creating a type of terroir comparison. The Malbecs from Altamira, Gualtallary, and San Pablo are made in a similar way, ensuring that the differences in soil, altitude, and climate are what truly come to the fore in the glass.
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