Zuccardi Aluvional Altamira 2016

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Zuccardi
Label Name:
 
Aluvional Altamira
Vintage:
 
2016
Country:
 
Argentina
Region:
 
Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza.
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
100% Malbec.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
The Wine Advocate (Luis Gutiérrez) 96 pts; Falstaff 93 pts

Tasting Note
Dark plum and black cherry with black pepper, floral and herbal lift; chalky, fine tannins, lively acidity and a savory, saline finish.

Food Pairing
Grilled steak, roasted lamb, BBQ ribs, aged cheeses (cheddar, manchego); Korean BBQ, char siu, spicy Sichuan beef, mushroom stir‑fries.

Production Method
Gravity-fed grapes; fermentation in concrete with native yeasts; 20–25 day maceration; aged in concrete and barrique, bottled unfiltered.

Vineyard Info
Zuccardi Valle de Uco, a multi‑generation family winery focusing on terroir research and high‑altitude vineyards; Sebastián Zuccardi leads R&D and winemaking.