Zuccardi - Pure Mountain Wines from Argentina with Sebastian Zuccardi and Jimmy Smith

About this course

This guided tasting examines how place shapes wines from the Uco Valley, including vineyards at high altitude near the Andes. The session considers soils, microclimates, intense sunshine and day-to-night temperature changes, linking these conditions with freshness, concentration and purity in the wines. Participants taste a varied selection spanning sparkling wine, Chardonnay, Malbec and fortified Torrontés, alongside Zuccardi Arauco extra virgin olive oil. The format combines tasting with stories about the family’s viticultural history and its focus on expressing distinct mountain sites.

What you'll learn

• Compare different wine styles within the Zuccardi range, including sparkling wine, Chardonnay, Malbec and fortified Torrontés.
• Describe how altitude, soils and microclimates contribute to differences in wines from the Uco Valley.
• Relate mountain growing conditions to characteristics such as freshness, concentration and purity.
• Recognise the influence of site-focused viticulture on the expression of individual vineyard areas.

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed as suitable for all levels. It is intended for learners who want to explore Argentine wines through a guided tasting, with the emphasis on comparing wines and understanding their geographical context.