Zuccardi Finca Canal Uco Malbec is a deeply expressive and beautifully balanced red wine from Bodega Zuccardi, one of Argentina’s foremost producers of terroir-focused wines. Sourced from the iconic Finca Canal vineyard in the Uco Valley, this Malbec reflects the purity, intensity, and minerality that have elevated Argentine Malbec to global prominence. A combination of rich fruit concentration with elegant structure, making it a standout wine for both true enthusiasts and discerning food pairings. Uco Valley’s high-altitude vineyards benefit from dramatic diurnal temperature fluctuations, glacial soils, and cool mountain breezes, conditions that promote slow ripening, vibrant acidity, and expressive phenolic development. Under the care of the Zuccardi team, these site-specific characteristics are preserved through careful vineyard management and thoughtful, restrained winemaking.
Finca Canal is a wine that expresses the essence of its place, it stands as a testament to Argentina’s capacity to rival the world’s great red wines, offering depth, elegance, and memorable presence in every glass. Serve slightly below ambient at 16-18 °C (61-64 °F) to optimise aromatics and texture. This wine pairs perfectly with: grilled rib-eye steak, slow-braised short ribs, roasted lamb, wild mushroom risotto and aged cheddar or Parmesan. Its structure and complexity also invite pairing with rich, spice-accented dishes from global cuisines.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Deep, inky ruby with violet hues, signalling both concentration and youthfulness despite its maturity.
Nose:
Complex and inviting, with rich aromas of black plum, cassis, and wild blackberry layered with floral violet notes, touches of graphite, subtle herb, and fine spice.
Palate:
Full-bodied and structured, offering intense flavours of dark cherry, blackcurrant, bramble, and blueberry. The wine shows refined tannins, vibrant acidity, and layered nuances of cocoa, espresso, and mineral earth. Warm spice and integrated oak add depth without masking fruit purity.
Finish:
Long, balanced, and persistent - minerality and dark fruit linger with polished tannins, suggesting excellent ageing potential.
