In this episode we discuss:

• Family history dating back to grandfather establishing winery in Mendoza in 1960s
• The inspiration to focus on high elevation sites like Altamira, La Consulta, Gualtallary
• Understanding the valley's geology, altitude impacts creating distinct terroir identities  
• How he developed Zuccardi's non-interventionist approach allowing transparent expression of place using concrete eggs vs. steel to showcase vineyard character 
• Why soil mapping via calicatas provides key viticultural insights and how clonal selection and varieties are suited to high elevation, like chardonnay
• The impetus to make his own Vermouth with a group of friends, which revived theArgentine vermouth tradition 
• Zuccardi’s dedication to wine tourism on a larger scale in Mendoza and the Uco Valley
• What the future holds for Argentina, Malbec, wine, and the next generation

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Website:  https://zuccardiwines.com/en/

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