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Cachibaché Shiraz Malbec 2021

Mendoza

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In Mendoza, if something is described as Cachibaché, it is of little interest to one man, yet of great value to another. And that is how the Zuccardi family came to own the vineyard that gives rise to this very intense, velvety, old-vine red.

In Mendoza, if something is described as Cachibaché, it is of little interest to one man, yet of great value to another. And that is how the Zuccardi family came to own the vineyard that gives rise to this very intense, velvety, old-vine red.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Velvety smooth, ripe black fruit and luscious spice on finish

Aroma

Ripe damson, intense blackberry and lots of spice

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Cachibaché Shiraz Malbec 2021

More information

  • 13.0% ABV
  • 9.75 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2024

Rated third among the top 10 wineries of Chile and Argentina by The Wine Report, Zuccardi are hugely impressive. Several years ago, their vineyard manager stumbled upon a very old vineyard in Mendoza. The owner, smoking a pipe under a tree, described his small, nuggety grapes as Cachibaché, meaning they were of little value to him (barely bringing in a profit) but potentially of great interest to someone else. This was because old, low-yielding vines can produce very intense, complex, deeply coloured wines, albeit in tiny quantities. So Zuccardi winemaker Rubén Ruffo got to work. His Cachibaché 2021 is a blend of Shiraz and Malbec, all from this ancient vineyard. Dark fruit and spice, it's superb with lamb shanks and hearty pasta dishes.

"Catchy Cachibaché lives up to its name – little use to one and absolute treasure to wine lovers" Jehan Sacaze
Buyer for Argentina
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