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Zuccardi Serie A These wines demonstrate the quality potential of hand-picked grapes from Argentina’s many micro-climates and soils to create wines of singular character.

At the foot of the Andes Moun- tains, in the vast desert prov- Zuccardi Serie A Malbec 2016 Zuccardi Serie A Torrontés 2016 ince of Mendoza sits Familia “The 2016 Malbec Serie A is sourced from differ- “This is still very young, and contrary to what most Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- ent vineyards across the Valle de Uco (San Jose, Los people think, I like (good) Torrontés after some time cardi brand and one of Argen- Árboles, Tupungato, El Peral, Gualtallary, Vista Flore in bottle. They got very low yields because of some tina’s largest family-owned and La Consulta) and was fermented in concrete vats early frost, but it was a very different vintage than the wineries as well as a leading an used 500-liter French oak barrels. There is more one in Mendoza; here, it was a lot drier and healthier. exporter of Argentine wine. than fruit here, there is some expression of the soil, This is sharp and balanced, with great freshness, bone For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- with subtle nuances and more complexity, hints of dry and austere, elegant without overpowering aro- cardi has produced wines of aromatic herbs and lower in alcohol (13%). The profile mas. There are aromas of pear and green apple, not exceptional quality and value of all the wines is very clean, precise, juicy with good as perfumed as many examples of the grape, a little from the soils of Maipu and acidity. This is a superb example of it, with even some closed, but should develop more floral notes with chalky sensations in the texture. Great value too.” some time in the bottle. This should be superb with Santa Rosa and, more recent- 91 points Wine Advocate 12/16 ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- some more time in bottle; it opened up nicely with 90 points Wine Enthusiast 09/18 time in the glass. Drink 2017-2020.” ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- 91 points Wine Advocate 12/16 crafted from estate grown, hand picked fruit and is es- 2017 “The juicy and fruit-driven 2017 Malbec “Reflecting the general improvement in the quality of tate produced in a state-of- Serie A was produced with grapes from the Valle the Serie A range, this is one of the very few Zuccardi the-art facility. In total, there de Uco, and it fermented in concrete and aged in wines that comes from outside Mendoza. Vinified are over 2,000 acres of noble concrete, stainless steel and used barriques. It’s in Cafayate, it’s a wonderfully fresh, lemon and lime- grapes under cultivation. serious and balanced, really impressive for the price. scented Torrontés with crunchy acidity. 2017-18.” It has refined tannins and a chalky texture with no 91 points Tim Atkin Experimentation with new evident oak, with moderate ripeness and aromas of Argentina Special Report 2017 plantings is vital to their quest herbs and flowers. Drink 2018-2021.” for quality. The estate utilizes 91 points Wine Advocate 06/18 2017 “The 2017 Torrontés Serie A from Salta was a small experimental winery 88 points Wine Enthusiast 09/18 cropped from a dry year that was slightly cooler than that has twenty stainless steel UPC # 0 89832 84952 0 2016 (remember, this is Salta, not Mendoza)… It’s tanks of varying sizes. The ob- floral, citrusy and spicy, with varietal aromas and an jective is to experiment with herbal touch of oregano. It’s fresh and balanced, with up to 25 new varieties over a dry finish. This is one for the dining table.. Drink the course of 5+ years along 2018-2021.” with new vinification tech- 91 points Wine Advocate 06/18 niques. This allows the Zuc- UPC # 0 89832 84951 3 cardi’s to get feedback about the varieties, their suitability for commercialization and the best vinification techniques Zuccardi Serie A Bonarda 2016 for each varietal. “Produced with a mix of grapes from Santa Rosa in east Mendoza and the Valle de Uco, the 2017 Se- At Familia Zuccardi, when rie A Bonarda fermented with indigenous yeasts and it comes to producing world Zuccardi Serie A matured in concrete and stainless steel. Serie A is a class Argentine wine, they Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 range of the most representative of Argentinean vari- take their job seriously. “Clean, tangy and spicy with lively plum fruit and eties, and this one is Bonarda from an old parral that racy acidity; fresh and long.” There are several distinct was previously used for Emma. It was kept unoaked, 88 points Tasting Panel 10/16 as they don’t like Bonarda with oak. This is produced brands from Familia Zuccardi UPC # 0 89832 84958 2 available in the US: Santa Ju- from very good grapes that overdeliver for the price. It lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; has varietal character and great purity and definition. Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and It has moderate ripeness and alcohol and feels very Zeta, an icon wine made from balanced. Drink 2018-2028.” Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as 89 points well as several private label Wine Advocate 06/18 (2017 vintage) brands, including Vida Organi- UPC # 0 89832 84954 4 ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive).

ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA CANADA CHILE ENGLAND FRANCE GERMANY ITALY NEW ZEALAND PORTUGAL SPAIN UNITED STATES P: 847.647.1100 W: www.winesellersltd.com @WinesellersLtd Zuccardi Q These are wines of the highest quality, made from the oldest vines, of up to 40 years of age, under supervision of a specialized viticultural team (that actually marks the individual vines destined for this line with a ‘Q’ for ‘Quality’). These wines see 10 – 16 months in oak and are only made in vintages of exceptional quality. At the foot of the Andes Moun- Zuccardi Q Chardonnay 2015 Zuccardi Q Malbec 2014 tains, in the vast desert prov- 92 points James Suckling ince of Mendoza sits Familia “The 2015 Q Chardonnay fermented in concrete vats Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- and well-seasoned 500-liter oak barrels (30%), from Argentina Tasting Report 2016 cardi brand and one of Argen- grapes mostly from Gualtallary and some from El Per- 92 points, Silver Decanter tina’s largest family-owned al (roughly 20%), both in the department of Tupungato in the Uco Valley… There is great purity and precision, 92 points Tim Atkin wineries as well as a leading Argentina Special Report 2016 exporter of Argentine wine. a sharp Chardonnay with very little effect of the oak, For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- just a spicy twist, a wine that incites you to drink with 90 points Int’l Wine Report 06/17 cardi has produced wines of effervescent acidity that makes you salivate and cleanses 88 points Wine Enthusiast 12/16 your palate. Great, sharp Chardonnay.” exceptional quality and value 91 points Wine Advocate 12/16 from the soils of Maipu and 2015 “Wow. This is exciting. Blackberries, flowers, Santa Rosa and, more recent- 92 points James Suckling dark fruit and hints of walnut shell here follow through ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- Argentina Tasting Report 2016 to a medium to full body, fine tannins and a juicy finish. ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- 92 points Tim Atkin This is tight and polished. Give it two or three years to soften, but it is already very pretty. Better than 2014.” crafted from estate grown, Argentina Special Report 2017 hand picked fruit and is es- 94 points, THE TOP 100 WINES OF tate produced in a state-of- 5/5 stars Restaurant Wine 07/17 THE ANDES 2017 James Suckling the-art facility. In total, there 89 points Int’l Wine Report 06/17 “Combining fruit from Chacayes and Paraje Altamira, are over 2,000 acres of noble 87 points Wine Enthusiast 07/16 this impressive Malbec is all about fruit and fresh- grapes under cultivation. ness, rather than oak, with 30% whole bunches adding 2017 “It’s varietal and fresh, with smoky and spicy structure and appealing spice. Chalky, refreshing yet Experimentation with new aromas from the fermentation and the lees, but it has a plush, with a hint of vanilla and bright, focused acid- plantings is vital to their quest light and refreshing palate, not heavy at all, with acidity. 2017-23.” for quality. The estate utilizes ity that cleanses the palate. Drink 2018-2022.” 93 points Tim Atkin a small experimental winery 91 points Wine Advocate 06/18 Argentina Special Report 2017 that has twenty stainless steel UPC # 0 89832 84672 7 tanks of varying sizes. The ob- 91 points Wine Advocate 10/16 jective is to experiment with up to 25 new varieties over 2016 “The 2016 Q Malbec was sourced mostly from the course of 5+ years along Altamira but has some grapes from Chacayes. It fer- with new vinification tech- mented with 50% full clusters in concrete vats, and niques. This allows the Zuc- some 30% of the wine aged in used 225- and 500-liter cardi’s to get feedback about oak barrels. The oak is unnoticeable, and in fact, I find the varieties, their suitability similarities with the Concreto—pure, strict, raw and for commercialization and the characterful, with plenty of fine-grained, chalky tan- best vinification techniques nins. I find it to be incredibly good and with an amaz- for each varietal. ing price for what it delivers… This is one to buy by the case. Drink 2018-2022.” At Familia Zuccardi, when 92 points Wine Advocate 06/18 it comes to producing world class Argentine wine, they 2017 “The 2017 Q Malbec wants to showcase the take their job seriously. variety in the Valle de Uco using grapes from Altamira and Chacayes… here, they look for more texture and There are several distinct less fruit, aiming for sharper and more austere, in the di- brands from Familia Zuccardi rection of Concreto. It’s impressive how the wines from available in the US: Santa Ju- Zuccardi have improved in the last few years and how a lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; wine at this price can have such precision and purity. No Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and excess in any direction. Superb. Drink 2018-2022.” Zeta, an icon wine made from 92 points Wine Advocate 06/18 Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as 91 points Wine Enthusiast 11/18 well as several private label UPC # 7 58730 00908 3 brands, including Vida Organi- ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive).

ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA CANADA CHILE ENGLAND FRANCE GERMANY ITALY NEW ZEALAND PORTUGAL SPAIN UNITED STATES P: 847.647.1100 W: www.winesellersltd.com @WinesellersLtd Zuccardi Q These are wines of the highest quality, made from the oldest vines, of up to 40 years of age, under supervision of a specialized viticultural team (that actually marks the individual vines destined for this line with a ‘Q’ for ‘Quality’). These wines see 10 – 16 months in oak and are only made in vintages of exceptional quality. At the foot of the Andes Moun- tains, in the vast desert prov- Zuccardi Q Zuccardi Q Tempranillo 2012 ince of Mendoza sits Familia “It is becoming more common to see excellent Tem- Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 pranillo grown in Mendoza. Lithe and rich, this ‘Q’ Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- “The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Q is a blend of grapes Tempranillo by Zuccardi shows earthy tones of forest cardi brand and one of Argen- from Gualtallary and la Consulta, both in the Valle de floor, black cherry, anise, sweet tobacco and spicebox tina’s largest family-owned Uco, with only 30% of the wine matured in 500-li- flavors. This is smooth and polished wine that would wineries as well as a leading ter French oak barrels. Tasted next to other 2015s and pair beautifully with a juicy burger. (Best 2017-2022).” exporter of Argentine wine. 2016, I immediately noticed the higher ripeness of 90 points Int’l Wine Report 06/17 For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- 2014. There is good roundness in the palate with dusty, cardi has produced wines of fine-grained tannins coming through as juicy and tasty, 90 points Tim Atkin exceptional quality and value with a faint bitterness in the finish. There is a little Argentina Special Report 2015 from the soils of Maipu and more spiciness from the elevage in barrel here. Drink 4+/5 stars Restaurant Wine 07/17 Santa Rosa and, more recent- 2016-2018.” ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- 89 points Wine Advocate 10/16 2013 “You can really tell this is a wine from a bygone ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- era, and in the following vintages, they have reduced crafted from estate grown, 2016 “The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Q was pro- the impact of the oak. This is still quite oaky, following hand picked fruit and is es- duced with a blend of grapes from Gualtallary and La the old tradition that also involves keeping the wines tate produced in a state-of- Consulta in the Valle de Uco. It fermented in concrete for longer… This has some grainy tannins and spicy the-art facility. In total, there with indigenous yeasts and matured in 500-liter French flavors. This is clearly oaky, but I’ve tasted old vintages, are over 2,000 acres of noble oak barrels and concrete vats. Co-fermented with a and they had absorbed the oak Drink 2018-2022.” grapes under cultivation. little Malbec, it’s both herbal and a little ripe. It’s not as 89 points Wine Advocate 06/18 defined as others and is a little blurry, with some dusty UPC # 7 58730 00906 9 Experimentation with new tannins. Drink 2018-2022.” plantings is vital to their quest 88 points Wine Advocate 06/18 for quality. The estate utilizes UPC # 7 58730 00909 0 a small experimental winery that has twenty stainless steel tanks of varying sizes. The ob- jective is to experiment with up to 25 new varieties over Third generation Winemaker Sebastian Zuccardi brings a new determination to explore Argentina’s many microclimates and soils. the course of 5+ years along Since 2000, led by Sebastian, Zuccardi has been making wines from grapes grown in the Uco Valley. The Zucardi Icon Series expresses with new vinification tech- the essence of the land from high altitude vineyards planted in extreme conditions. niques. This allows the Zuc- cardi’s to get feedback about the varieties, their suitability Zuccardi Tito 2015 “The 2015 Tito Zuccardi is a blend of 90% Malbec with 6% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Ancellotta from the Zuccardi es- for commercialization and the tate vineyards in Paraje Altamira. It fermented in concrete vats, and only 40% of the volume matured in used 500-liter oak best vinification techniques barrels while the rest remained in the concrete vats. This is always from Altamira even though the percentages and even the for each varietal. varieties can change. They used some full clusters to give it more backbone. There are plenty of tannins here to develop in bot- At Familia Zuccardi, when tle. This changed in 2014, moving away from the very powerful, concentrated and oaky style of the past, and in 2015 it’s even it comes to producing world purer, fresher and more defined, with more bone and less fat. Drink 2018-2022.” class Argentine wine, they 92+ points Wine Advocate 06/18 take their job seriously. “Tito is an unusual red blend that combines Malbec with 6% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Ancellotta, fermented entirely with its stems. It’s a complex, youthful cuvée with notes of clove spice, plum and cassis, underpinned by chalky freshness. There are several distinct 2019-26.” brands from Familia Zuccardi 95 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2017 available in the US: Santa Ju- 93 points Wine & Spirits 06/18 lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; 89 points Wine Enthusiast 11/18 Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and Zeta, an icon wine made from 2016 “The 2016 Tito Zuccardi is a slightly different blend from past years, and in this cold vintage, it is 80% Malbec Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as with 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Ancellotta. It fermented in concrete vats with indigenous yeasts, and 40% of the well as several private label wine was put in used 500-liter French oak barrels while the rest remained in concrete. This is still too young and has more brands, including Vida Organi- Cabernet character, and it feels a little marked by its élevage, relatively speaking, compared with other wines, because it’s ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and not really oaky. The palate is austere, chalky, linear, without any fat, lean and with a dry finish. It can develop nicely in bot- Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive). tle. Drink 2019-2024.” 93 points Wine Advocate 06/18 UPC # 0 89832 84959 9

ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA CANADA CHILE ENGLAND FRANCE GERMANY ITALY NEW ZEALAND PORTUGAL SPAIN UNITED STATES P: 847.647.1100 W: www.winesellersltd.com @WinesellersLtd Third generation Winemaker Sebastian Zuccardi brings a new determination to explore Argentina’s many microclimates and soils. Since 2000, led by Sebastian, Zuccardi has been making wines from grapes grown in the Uco Valley. The Zucardi Icon Series expresses the essence of the land from high altitude vineyards planted in extreme conditions.

At the foot of the Andes Moun- tains, in the vast desert prov- Zuccardi Emma Bonarda 2014 ince of Mendoza sits Familia “An impressive bonarda with dark berry, walnut, black olive skin, and orange peel. Full body, firm tannins and a direct acidity. Linear and stylish. Drink now.” Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- 92 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 2016 cardi brand and one of Argen- tina’s largest family-owned 94 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2016 wineries as well as a leading exporter of Argentine wine. 2015 “The 2015 Emma Zuccardi Bonarda is now produced exclusively with grapes from Altamira fermented with 100% For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- full clusters in concrete vats and without the wine touching any oak at all. It matured in concrete vats until bottling. This is re- cardi has produced wines of ally surprising, with a completely different character than most Bonardas have, a lot fresher and spicier. But if the nose is dif- exceptional quality and value ferent, the palate is something else, it’s more about the Altamira calcium carbonate soils than the variety. This has gained in complexity and depth, with a combination of chalk and citric, almost effervescent acidity. Amazing. 2017-20.” from the soils of Maipu and 92+ points Wine Advocate 12/16 Santa Rosa and, more recent- ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- “There is only one Emma these days, combining fruit from mostly Paraje Altamira with 25% from San Pablo. This is ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- about as good as cool climate Bonarda gets, fermented in concrete with 100% whole bunches. Tangy, spicy and fresh crafted from estate grown, with firmish tannins, refreshing acidity and blueberry sweetness. 2018-25.” hand picked fruit and is es- 95 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2017 tate produced in a state-of- the-art facility. In total, there 2016 “The 2016 Emma Zuccardi Bonarda was produced with a mixture of grapes from San Pablo (41%) and Altamira are over 2,000 acres of noble (59%) cropped from a low-yielding year (the lowest on record) that delivered wines with moderate alcohol and very good grapes under cultivation. freshness. It fermented in concrete vats, including malolactic, and the aging was in concrete too. It has a spectacular nose of herbs, some spices and something earthy, austere and with moderate ripeness. If the nose is spectacular, the palate is not Experimentation with new far off, with incredibly refined tannins for the variety and great liveliness and freshness. I don’t think I’ve ever tried a better plantings is vital to their quest Bonarda than this. Drink 2018-2021.” for quality. The estate utilizes 93 points Wine Advocate 06/18 a small experimental winery “The 2017 Emma Zuccardi Bonarda was made with grapes from San Pablo and Altamira. It fermented in concrete, that has twenty stainless steel 2017 where it stayed until bottling in February 2018. But I was unlucky this time: one bottle was mildly corked, and a second one tanks of varying sizes. The ob- was faintly oxidative and not representative. It’s a shame because the wine had a similar profile to the 2016, keeping its poise jective is to experiment with in a slightly warmer year. So, I’ll have to try to taste it again in my next round to confirm the overall impression. Drink 2018.” up to 25 new varieties over 92? points Wine Advocate 06/18 the course of 5+ years along UPC # 0 89832 84957 5 with new vinification techniques. This allows the Zuc- cardi’s to get feedback about the varieties, their suitability for commercialization and the Zuccardi Concreto 2016 best vinification techniques “A little closed and in need of air, the 2016 Concreto Malbec was produced from an unusual, cool and rainy year and is a for each varietal. very particular and austere expression of Malbec from Altamira. It’s simply unbelievable how nuanced and insinuating this wine is, with austerity but unfurling layers and layers as the wine sits in the glass, with tons of aromatic herbs reminiscent At Familia Zuccardi, when of the landscape and the smell of the countryside where the plants grow. It has a linear and symmetrical palate with preci- it comes to producing world sion and purity. This is worth more than it costs! This has to be the best Concreto to date… Unfortunately, this time the class Argentine wine, they high quality doesn’t come with a high quantity. Drink 2018-2026.” take their job seriously. 95+ points Wine Advocate 06/18 There are several distinct “It’s quite an austere style, with firmish, sinewy tannins, masses of dark berry fruit and chalky freshness.” brands from Familia Zuccardi 94 points Tim Atkin Best of Argentina Report 2017 available in the US: Santa Ju- 96 points Descorchados 2018 lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and 2017 “This is a unique wine for Mendoza with a cool fruit and serious slate character. Dried herb and bark undertones. Zeta, an icon wine made from Full body, integrated fruit and tannins. Wet earth. Reminds me of reds of Spain’s Galicia but so new Argentine. Drink Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as now but better in 2020.” well as several private label 96 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 03/18 brands, including Vida Organi- “The aromatic expression of the 2017 Concreto Malbec is completely different from the 2016. This is a lot more open, flo- ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and ral and gentle, with a more polished and sleek palate with more integrated acidity. A wine of tremendous energy, it was Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive). kept in concrete all its life (hence the name) until it was bottled. Drink 2018-2025.” 94 points Wine Advocate 06/18 93 points Wine Enthusiast 8/18 UPC # 0 89832 84922 3

ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA CANADA CHILE ENGLAND FRANCE GERMANY ITALY NEW ZEALAND PORTUGAL SPAIN UNITED STATES P: 847.647.1100 W: www.winesellersltd.com @WinesellersLtd The result of the Zuccardi family’s pioneering spirit and vision and the realization of José Alberto Zuccardi’s personal dream of blending his finest Malbec and Tempranillo fruit from the company’s vineyards in Maipu and Santa Rosa, Mendoza. The marriage of Malbec fruit; so much at the very heart of the Argentinean wine industry with Tempranillo; the Zuccardi’s own success story, is symbol- ic of the marriage of heritage with a flair for innovation, the signature of Familia Zuccardi wines. At the foot of the Andes Moun- tains, in the vast desert prov- Zuccardi José Zuccardi Uco Valley 2013 ince of Mendoza sits Familia “There is a new Malbec, the 2013 José Zuccardi, produced with grapes from different locations in the Valle de Uco Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- that fermented in cement vats with indigenous yeasts and matured in a combination of cement vats and oak foudres. cardi brand and one of Argen- This is really the evolution of the old Zeta, the only wine that remains a blend of different places in the range, all from tina’s largest family-owned limestone-rich places....This was matured in foudre, so it has a rounder, more traditional style as an homage to José Al- wineries as well as a leading berto Zuccardi, father of Sebastián. The Cabernet seems to provide good freshness to the blend, and you clearly notice exporter of Argentine wine. the chalky texture, the austere and dry sensation of the limestone tannins. It was bottled in May 2015 and they kept the For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- wine for a while to make the transition of brands, as the vinification and blend was completely different.” cardi has produced wines of 93 points Wine Advocate 12/16 exceptional quality and value “Suave and finely textured, with an engaging minerality to the dark plum, red currant and dried blackberry flavors, from the soils of Maipu and supported by firm tannins and acidity. The savory finish has hints of pepper and plenty of cedary spice accents. Drink Santa Rosa and, more recent- now through 2024.” ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- 92 points, “Top Wine” Wine Spectator 12/17 ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- crafted from estate grown, “Named after Sebastián Zuccardi’s father, José, this is a first release under this label, marrying Malbec with 10% hand picked fruit and is es- Cabernet Sauvignon, both grown on limestone soils. Deeply coloured and showing more wood influence than most of tate produced in a state-of- the winery’s reds, it’s rich, structured and complex with notes of white pepper, blackberry and liquorice. 2018-25.” the-art facility. In total, there 95 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2017 are over 2,000 acres of noble grapes under cultivation. “(no new oak): Medium ruby-red. Musky scents of currant, black raspberry, tobacco leaf, violet, licorice and fresh herbs. Juicy, intense and quite suave, with refreshing bright acidity framing and lifting the ripe, generous currant, blackberry, Experimentation with new licorice, spice and herb flavors. Very sophisticated, pliant, dry-but-ripe wine with fine-grained, palate-saturating tannins plantings is vital to their quest and slowly mounting spicy persistence. This goes on and on in the mouth. A compellingly dense beauty.” for quality. The estate utilizes 93 points Vinous 07/17 a small experimental winery 92 points, “Year’s Best Argentine Malbecs” Wine & Spirits 06/18 that has twenty stainless steel tanks of varying sizes. The ob- 2014 “This is dense with lots of ripe fruits and layers of spices and fruits at the same time. Full body and a tight mid- jective is to experiment with dle palate that opens and unfolds on the tongue. Juicy finish. Drink now.” up to 25 new varieties over 92 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 03/18 the course of 5+ years along “The 2014 José Zuccardi is mostly Malbec with 5% Cabernet Sauvignon from Altamira and Gualtallary. It fermented with new vinification tech- in concrete vats with indigenous yeasts and matured in large oak foudres. There is great austerity and balance here, with niques. This allows the Zuc- more bone than flesh. There’s never any excess ripeness, extraction or oak. Serious, focused, deep, mineral and long. Truly cardi’s to get feedback about outstanding. Drink 2018-2022.” the varieties, their suitability 94 points Wine Advocate 06/18 for commercialization and the best vinification techniques 91 points Wine Enthusiast 11/18 for each varietal. 2015 “The third vintage of the 2015 José Zuccardi was produced with grapes from Altamira and Gualtallary in the At Familia Zuccardi, when Valle de Uco. It’s mostly Malbec but contains some 7% Cabernet Sauvignon. It fermented in concrete vats with indig- it comes to producing world enous yeasts and matured in oak foudres. It feels riper and a little rounder than the 2014, but the sharpness of all of their class Argentine wine, they wines—the focus and precision—is impressive irrespective of the vintage. Drink 2018-2024.” take their job seriously. 93 points Wine Advocate 06/18 UPC # 0 89832 84889 9 There are several distinct brands from Familia Zuccardi available in the US: Santa Ju- lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and Zeta, an icon wine made from Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as well as several private label brands, including Vida Organi- ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive).

ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA CANADA CHILE ENGLAND FRANCE GERMANY ITALY NEW ZEALAND PORTUGAL SPAIN UNITED STATES P: 847.647.1100 W: www.winesellersltd.com @WinesellersLtd Polígonos of the Uco Valley is a selection that expresses the particular characteristics of different terroirs within the Valley. These are wines from a selection of vineyards that account for the differences in altitude, soil and climate that currently characterize the subregions of San Pablo, Paraje Altamira and Gualtallary.

At the foot of the Andes Moun- tains, in the vast desert prov- Zuccardi Poligonos San Pablo Malbec 2016 ince of Mendoza sits Familia “The 2016 Polígonos San Pablo has the power of the clay and the length of the limestone in the soils, the freshness of the year and the place and the direct character of an unoaked Malbec matured in concrete. Drink 2018-2025.” Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- 93+ points Wine Advocate 06/18 cardi brand and one of Argen- tina’s largest family-owned 94 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 03/18 wineries as well as a leading 93 points, “Editor’s Choice” Wine Enthusiast 11/18 exporter of Argentine wine. UPC # 0 89832 84908 7 For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- cardi has produced wines of exceptional quality and value Zuccardi Poligonos Tupungato Malbec 2016 from the soils of Maipu and “There is a big jump in quality in the 2016 Polígonos Gualtallary compared with the 2015, as they realized that the grapes Santa Rosa and, more recent- there ripen earlier than in Altamira, even though the vineyards are much higher (Gualtallary is at 1,350 meters in altitude ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- compared to Altamira at 1,100), which does not follow any (known) logic. They also separated the harvest by soil, which ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- has increased the levels of precision and freshness. This is the most mineral and austere of the three Malbec Polígonos from crafted from estate grown, 2016. Amazing value too! Drink 2018-2023.” hand picked fruit and is es- 94 points Wine Advocate 06/18 tate produced in a state-of- 94 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 03/18 the-art facility. In total, there are over 2,000 acres of noble 93 points, “Editor’s Choice” Wine Enthusiast 11/18 grapes under cultivation. UPC # 0 89832 84907 0

Experimentation with new plantings is vital to their quest Zuccardi Poligonos Altamira Malbec 2016 for quality. The estate utilizes “This is a bigger and richer red from this line of Zuccardi yet there’s a freshness and linearity to this. Full body, compacted. a small experimental winery Tannic. Muscular and generous at the same time. Drink in 2020.” that has twenty stainless steel 95 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 03/18 tanks of varying sizes. The ob- “Of the Polígonos bottlings, the 2016 Polígonos Altamira is the least expressive on the nose, but its strength is on the jective is to experiment with palate. The whole range of wines fermented and matured in raw concrete vats and were bottled unoaked, as they like up to 25 new varieties over how wines evolve and mature in concrete; they feel that it respects the character of each place. It’s not easy to decide the course of 5+ years along which one of the three Malbecs from the same year in the range is better, as all three are superb. Drink 2018-2023.” with new vinification tech- 93 points Wine Advocate 06/18 niques. This allows the Zuc- 94 points, “Editor’s Choice” Wine Enthusiast 11/18 cardi’s to get feedback about UPC # 0 89832 92096 0 the varieties, their suitability for commercialization and the best vinification techniques Third generation Winemaker Sebastian Zuccardi brings a new determination to explore Argentina’s many microclimates and soils. for each varietal. Since 2000, led by Sebastian, Zuccardi has been making wines from grapes grown in the Uco Valley. The Zucardi Icon Series expresses the essence of the land from high altitude vineyards planted in extreme conditions. At Familia Zuccardi, when it comes to producing world Zuccardi Fosil Chardonnay 2016 class Argentine wine, they “The 2016 Fósil San Pablo is the first vintage of a new white from the cooler San Pablo region of Tunuyán in the Valle de take their job seriously. Uco, produced with the first crop of grapes from vines planted in 2012… the wine seems to have more complexity and nu- ance, with a twist of beeswax and dry apricots, reminiscent of some whites from the Loire (apparently some grapes had de- There are several distinct veloped botrytis) with a sharp, effervescent palate. It’s pure and without any enological tricks. It feels a little more oxidative brands from Familia Zuccardi than the 2017 but also more complex. I cannot wait to see how this new top-of-the-range white ages in bottle. A notewor- available in the US: Santa Ju- thy addition to the Zuccardi portfolio. Drink 2018-2022.” lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; 92 points Wine Advocate 06/18 Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and “This is fantastic with stone, mineral, lemon and sliced green peach. Full body, layered and so fresh. Fantastic intensity Zeta, an icon wine made from and freshness. Love the purity. Bright. Drink now.” Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as 95 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 03/18 well as several private label 93 points Descorchados 2018 brands, including Vida Organi- ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and 2017 “The second vintage of this new top-of-the-range white, the 2017 Fósil San Pablo is made with Chardonnay Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive). from a vineyard in San Pablo, cropped from a slightly warmer and riper year. … It feels a little riper and rounder, with less complexity than the initial 2016; it’s more approachable and easy to understand, but to me, it’s also simpler. How- ever, it’s still a great white, but comparisons can be tedious… Drink 2018-2021.” 92 points Wine Advocate 06/18 UPC # 0 89832 92100 4

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At the foot of the Andes Moun- tains, in the vast desert prov- Zuccardi Aluvional Malbec Gualta Tupungato Alto 2013 ince of Mendoza sits Familia “Full ruby-red. Musky aromas of blackberry, cassis, minerals, wild herbs and chocolatey oak. Broad, plush and seamless, yet Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- with lovely inner-mouth lift and definition to the flavors of cassis, boysenberry, menthol, graphite and pungent herbs. The cardi brand and one of Argen- very long, palate-staining finish is still a bit youthfully harsh and in need of time but the middle palate already delivers serious sweetness. Outstanding potential here.” tina’s largest family-owned 92+ points Vinous 07/17 wineries as well as a leading exporter of Argentine wine. “This wine has notes of plums, dark cherries, but somehow the nose lacks the vibrancy of some of its siblings. It’s all relative, of For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- course, as there are plenty of violets and aromatic herbs here. As with all the wines, there is no trace of oak. The palate is juicy, cardi has produced wines of with very fine tannins and ripe, supple fruit, and moderate acidity. Drink 2015-2021” exceptional quality and value 93 points Wine Advocate 08/15 from the soils of Maipu and 91 points Wine Spectator 11/16 Santa Rosa and, more recent- ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- 2014 “Firm and savory, with good definition to the cedar-infused dried red berry flavors that are fresh and lively. ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- Lengthens out nicely midpalate, showing sanguine and minerally notes on the vibrant finish. Drink now through 2020.” crafted from estate grown, 91 points Wine Spectator web 2017 hand picked fruit and is es- 92 points Wine Enthusiast 11/18 tate produced in a state-of- the-art facility. In total, there 2015 “The most austere and mineral wine of the whole Aluvional range, it’s serious, balanced and concentrated with are over 2,000 acres of noble abundant, dusty and chalky tannins. As with some of their other wines from Gualtallary, I noticed a big jump in quality here, grapes under cultivation. possibly from a much deeper knowledge of the place and working with the soils to divide the plots in different zones accord- ing to their characteristics. This has to be the finest Aluvional I have ever tasted from Zuccardi. After a good amount of time Experimentation with new in the glass, the nose starts hinting at where it can go, developing nuances and subtle aromas that keep changing over time. plantings is vital to their quest Bravo!. Drink 2018-2028.” for quality. The estate utilizes 96 points Wine Advocate 06/18 a small experimental winery UPC # 0 89832 84912 4 that has twenty stainless steel tanks of varying sizes. The ob- jective is to experiment with Zuccardi Aluvional Malbec Altamira 2011 up to 25 new varieties over 94 points Wine Advocate 04/14 | 90 points Wine Spectator web ‘14 the course of 5+ years along with new vinification tech- 2012 “The 2012 Aluvional Altamira is pure Malbec planted at 1,100 meters with big boulders and a high chalk content. It niques. This allows the Zuc- has a great sense of harmony, a little reticent and backward, but offers pure, delineated and intense aromas of crushed violets, cardi’s to get feedback about blood orange and red berries with a strong earthy feeling running through. The palate is medium-bodied, with ripe, round the varieties, their suitability tannins, a silky texture, good volume and great balance before finishing with a clean, intense floral aftertaste.” for commercialization and the 94 points Wine Advocate 04/14 best vinification techniques 97 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2015 | 92 points Wine Enthusiast 10/15 for each varietal. 2013 “A wine that always shows backward and closed early on, but then has a great aging potential is the 2013 Aluvion- At Familia Zuccardi, when al Altamira. This is a blend of Malbec from different plots of vineyards in Altamira, one of the zones of the Uco Valley with it comes to producing world more calcium carbonate content in the soil that provides the wine an earthy, chalky minerality plus very fine-grained tannins class Argentine wine, they and a suppleness that is almost salty. The nose is a mixture of aromatic herbs, violets, blueberries and blood oranges (a fresh take their job seriously. sensation, almost citric, but somehow red fruit-driven). Precision, austerity and subtleness, with great inner strength. These wines feel light, but they are powerful and concentrated, more than you might think so. It certainly has the stuffing and bal- There are several distinct ance to develop nicely in bottle. Drink 2015 - 2023.” brands from Familia Zuccardi 94 points Wine Advocate 08/15 available in the US: Santa Ju- lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; Zuccardi Aluvional Malbec Altamira 2014 Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and 96 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2017 Zeta, an icon wine made from Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as 2015 “A malbec with a focused and very tight tannin structure. Full body, lots of black fruits and minerals. Compacted and well as several private label refined. Drink now.” brands, including Vida Organi- 94 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 03/18 ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and “The 2015 Aluvional Paraje Altamira reflects the new style of the Aluvional range bottlings—and the rest of the top-of-the- Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive). range reds. They are a lot fresher, similar to the Chacayes, but with the added texture of the limestone soils. As with most of the wines from Altamira, the strength is on the palate, where the wine is compact and serious, with no fissures, with verticality and chalky tannins. This should age magnificently in bottle. Drink 2018-2028.” 95 points Wine Advocate 06/18 | 90 points Wine Enthusiast 11/18 UPC # 0 89832 85024 3

At the foot of the Andes Moun- Zuccardi Aluvional Malbec La Consulta 2009 tains, in the vast desert prov- 90 points Wine Advocate 10/12 | 91 points International Wine Cellar Mar/Apr ‘13 ince of Mendoza sits Familia Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- Zuccardi Aluvional Malbec La Consulta 2010 cardi brand and one of Argen- 92 points Wine Advocate 04/14 | 93 points Wine Spectator 11/15/13 tina’s largest family-owned 92 points, “Cellar Selection” Wine Enthusiast 07/14 wineries as well as a leading exporter of Argentine wine. Zuccardi Aluvional Malbec La Consulta 2011 For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- 93 points Wine Advocate 04/14 | 91 points Wine Spectator 02/28/14 cardi has produced wines of exceptional quality and value Zuccardi Aluvional Malbec La Consulta 2012 from the soils of Maipu and 93 points Wine Advocate 04/14 | 94 points, “Cellar Selection” Wine Enthusiast 10/15 Santa Rosa and, more recent- ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- Zuccardi Aluvional Malbec La Consulta 2013 ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- “Zuccardi has made a few changes to fine tune the wines from the heart of La Consulta - a zone where the ripening can crafted from estate grown, change very quickly as its a lower and warmer zone than Altamira, for example. It comes from a vineyard planted in 1978 in a hand picked fruit and is es- place called Viña Chacón, a parcel in the south of the Uco Valley in the San Carlos department where the grape bunches are tate produced in a state-of- shaded by a pruning method that works well in warmer places. This has a perfume of violets, aromatic herbs and the blue fruit the-art facility. In total, there (if I had to single out one fruit here it would be blueberry) that I’m finding in so many of Zuccardi’s wines. They used 30% are over 2,000 acres of noble whole clusters (which they believe provides freshness). Despite being ripe, powerful and concentrated, it’s much more elegant grapes under cultivation. and refined than the powerful wines most people associate with La Consulta.” 93 points Wine Advocate 08/15 Experimentation with new UPC # 0 89832 84897 4 plantings is vital to their quest for quality. The estate utilizes Zuccardi Finca Piedra Infinita 2013 a small experimental winery “If the 2012 was impressive, the 2013 Finca Piedra Infinita is otherworldy! … There is high finesse here, pure, with more that has twenty stainless steel tension than in 2012. The nose is subtle, with the violets and the blueberries but also an herbal part, a vegetal side of aro- tanks of varying sizes. The ob- matic herbs and also some subtle minerality. This is more restrained than exuberant. The finish is mineral, tasty and to the jective is to experiment with point of being almost salty, with tannins that remind you of pure chalk. The soil sensation here is greater than in the Aluvi- up to 25 new varieties over onal Altamira and that’s the main difference between the wines. This certainly goes beyond Malbec.” the course of 5+ years along 97 points Wine Advocate 08/15 with new vinification techniques. This allows the Zuc- 2014 “There was no Finca Canal Uco bottling in 2014, so this remarkable wine stands alone at the summit of Zucca- cardi’s to get feedback about rdi’s production. Elegant, refined and ethereal, it shows Paraje Altamira at its scented, sappy best, with pepper spice and the varieties, their suitability blackberry fruit complexity and a tapering finish. 2019-29.” for commercialization and the 98 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2017 best vinification techniques “Within the Piedra Infinita vineyard they look for the soils that have some 30 to 50 centimeters of soil before getting for each varietal. to the limestone, so the ripening is more harmonious and the palate gains in volume and shows some meat before getting to the chalky, limestone tannins. It really improves with time in the glass and in this vintage it seems to combine At Familia Zuccardi, when elegance with length; there is more texture and, in fact, it feels built around texture and acidity. I think this is a real it comes to producing world triumph over the natural conditions of the year. This is what the people who ask what comes after Malbec should get: class Argentine wine, they expression of a place through the grape. Don’t look for any smoky or toasty notes here. The effect of the oak is really take their job seriously. imperceptible in the aromas. Bravo! Drink 2017 - 2022.” 97 points Wine Advocate 12/16 There are several distinct brands from Familia Zuccardi 2015 “This is so intense and pure in every sense of the words. Crushed stone and blackberries with blueberries. available in the US: Santa Ju- Oyster shell and iodine. Full body, tight and layered with a focused austerity that gives the wine greatness. Drink in lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; 2020 but already a classic.” Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and 97 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 03/18 Zeta, an icon wine made from “As with the whole collection of 2015s from the high end, the single-vineyard 2015 Finca Piedra Infinita reveals a gob- Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as smacking selection from shallow soils that produce super austere Malbec wines with reticent noses, with more influence well as several private label from the vinification with full clusters and less oak than ever. The palate shows marked influence from the limestone brands, including Vida Organi- soils. As I’ve seen in some of these top reds from Argentina, this is not about the variety at all, it’s about the soils. And ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and in this case, the wine even seems to transcend the vintage character, as their work has gained so much in precision that Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive). the wines are better every year. Where will the limit be? 2015 was not an easy year, yet the wine is better than ever. With time in the glass, the aromas that emerge are more about the herbs in the countryside than fruit—rockrose, thyme, etc. It has to be the finest wine I have ever tasted from Zuccardi. Beautiful. Drink now through 2018-2020.” 98 points Wine Advocate 06/18 UPC # 0 89832 84921 6

At the foot of the Andes Moun- tains, in the vast desert prov- Zuccardi Finca Canal Uco 2012 ince of Mendoza sits Familia “The 2012 Finca Canal Uco is a Malbec from lime, sandy and stony calcareous soils in Altamira that has great fruit, Zuccardi, makers of the Zuc- with perfumed and exuberant notes of damsons and violets. The palate is medium to full-bodied (though riper than in cardi brand and one of Argen- the Piedra Infinita). It has glossy tannins and a faint liqueur note toward the finish, This is a great, hedonistic Malbec. Drink now-2019.” tina’s largest family-owned 93 points Wine Advocate 04/14 wineries as well as a leading exporter of Argentine wine. “Initially this is a touch jumpy and nervy smelling, but with airing it shows elegant blueberry, cassis and mineral notes For over 40 years, Familia Zuc- that aren’t just big and brawny. A flush, bold mouthfeel delivers on the promise of the bouquet, while ripe plum, black- cardi has produced wines of berry, pepper, herb and saline flavors finish savory and dark, with chocolaty notes and ripped muscularity. Drink this exceptional quality and value staunch Malbec from 2017 through 2023.” from the soils of Maipu and 94 points, “Editor’s Choice” Wine Enthusiast 10/15 Santa Rosa and, more recent- “A muscular red, with lots of power to the blackberry, dark plum and dark currant flavors, accented by notes of black ly, Uco Valley and beyond. Ev- olive and mocha. The richly spiced finish features dark chocolate and pepper. Drink now through 2021.” ery Zuccardi wine at is hand- 91 points Wine Spectator 06/30/15 crafted from estate grown, 95 points James Suckling Argentina Tasting Report 2015 hand picked fruit and is estate produced in a state-of- “…what lurks beneath the surface of the wine is sure to emerge with time: focused, chalky, intense fruit.” the-art facility. In total, there 95 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2015 are over 2,000 acres of noble “Very plush and richly fruity, with open-textured flavors of raspberry, tart and roasted plum, supported by grapes under cultivation. 2013 medium-grained tannins. Suave, with minerally and peppery accents on the finish. Drink now through 2022.” Experimentation with new 93 points Wine Spectator 11/16 plantings is vital to their quest 96 points Wine Advocate 08/15 for quality. The estate utilizes a small experimental winery 2015 “They didn’t produce this in 2014, so I tasted the 2015 Finca Canal Uco, which is from a vineyard that can be that has twenty stainless steel more variable depending on the conditions of the vintage. Even though the soils are poor and very mineral, they are tanks of varying sizes. The ob- slightly deeper and have a bit more topsoil, and the wines tend to have a little more volume and are less austere on the jective is to experiment with palate. None of these wines are very fruitdriven. They tend to be subtle and austere, with shy aromas that need time to up to 25 new varieties over develop, and they possibly will have a long, positive evolution in bottle. Drink now through 2018-2020.” the course of 5+ years along 96 points Wine Advocate 06/18 with new vinification tech- UPC # 0 89832 84920 9 niques. This allows the Zuc- cardi’s to get feedback about the varieties, their suitability for commercialization and the Zuccardi Finca Los Membrillos La Consulta 2012 best vinification techniques “The 2012 Finca Los Membrillos the second vintage for this bottling is produced with grapes from a vineyard planted with for each varietal. quince trees (Membrillo), hence the name. The soils are calcareous rocks with a little bit of topsoil to keep some freshness and control the Cabernet tannins. The wine has the granular tannins of Cabernet, the only giveaway of the grapes used, as At Familia Zuccardi, when the sense of place seems to be more intense than the fruit. There is more ripeness in this 2012. This is a great expression of it comes to producing world the calcareous soils through Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink 2015-2025.” class Argentine wine, they 95 points Wine Advocate 04/14 take their job seriously. “A lightly charred, foresty nose includes aromas of blackberry, cassis, hard spices, licorice and leather. This is lively but balanced in terms of feel, with richness and raciness playing off each other. Flavors of baked black fruits, peppery spice and licorice finish There are several distinct dark, long and bright, with juicy acidity that will keep this healthy for years to come. Drink through 2024.” brands from Familia Zuccardi 93 points, “Cellar Selection” Wine Enthusiast 10/15 available in the US: Santa Ju- lia Varietal, Organica, Reserva; “Yet another brilliant performance from a winery that continues to strive for the (Andean) heights and is reaching them with Zuccardi Serie A, ‘Q’, and increasing consistency.” Zeta, an icon wine made from 96 points Tim Atkin Argentina Special Report 2015 Tempranillo/Malbec blend, as “This boasts mouthfilling richness, with elegant and well-structured flavors of dried cherry, boysenberry and red well as several private label 2013 currant. Luscious and creamy in the midpalate, with notes of sandalwood on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now brands, including Vida Organi- through 2020.” ca (Whole Foods exclusive) and 92 points Wine Spectator web ‘16 Crisol (Best Cellars exclusive). 94 points Wine Advocate 08/15 UPC # 0 89832 84913 1

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