Zuccardi Finca Los Membrillos Cabernet Sauvignon is a striking and terroir-driven expression of Argentine Cabernet Sauvignon from the highly regarded Finca Los Membrillos vineyard in the Uco Valley. Crafted by Bodega Zuccardi, a winery renowned for its rigorous pursuit of site specificity and modern viticultural excellence, this wine reflects both the unique mountain-influenced terroir and the exceptional balance of ripeness and acidity. The result is a Cabernet Sauvignon that combines power, elegance, and textural refinement - a compelling showcase of Argentina’s capacity for producing world-class structured reds.
Finca Los Membrillos sits at high altitude with gravelly, mineral-rich soils and cool night-time breezes, allowing grapes to develop concentrated flavours while preserving natural freshness. These conditions, paired with careful vineyard selection and meticulous winemaking, produce a Cabernet that is expressive yet poised - rich enough for cellaring, nuanced enough for immediate enjoyment. It delivers a compelling statement of Argentine Cabernet - rich, structured, and nuanced, with expressive fruit and elegant tension. It’s a wine that honours its terroir while offering immediate drinking pleasure and promising longevity.
Serve slightly below room temperature at 16-18 °C (61-64 °F) and decant if possible to enhance aromatic complexity. It is an ideal match for: grilled rib-eye, beef bourguignon or rich stews with earthy mushrooms, hard cheeses like aged Manchego, Pecorino, or mature Gouda. This Cabernet also stands beautifully on its own, rewarding contemplative sipping.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Deep ruby with violet glints, indicating concentration and youthful potential.
Nose:
Broad and inviting, with layered aromas of blackcurrant, fresh plum, and dark cherry, lifted by subtle hints of cedar, tobacco leaf, exotic spice, and crushed gravel minerality. Notes of dried herbs and graphite add aromatic complexity.
Palate:
Medium- to full-bodied with finely structured tannins and lively acidity. Bold flavours of ripe black fruits, blackberry, cassis, and plum are complemented by undertones of dark chocolate, espresso, and cedar box spice. The wine’s texture is plush yet focused, with mineral tension adding depth and sophistication.
Finish:
Long and satisfying, leaving lingering dark fruit, elegant spice, and a polished, structured frame that invites slow savoring and further evolution.
