WINE DESCRIPTION
Zorzal Eggo Franco is a premium wine produced by Zorzal Wines, a renowned winery located in the Uco Valley of Argentina. The wine is made from grapes grown in the Gualtallary appellation, which is known for its high altitude and stony soils. The vineyard features old vines that are carefully tended to by the winemakers to ensure the highest quality fruit. The winemaking process involves fermentation in concrete eggs, which imparts a unique texture and complexity to the wine. Zorzal Eggo Franco is a full-bodied wine with intense flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a hint of minerality. It has a smooth and velvety mouthfeel, making it a perfect pairing for grilled meats and hearty stews.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Zorzal Eggo Franco Criolla is a medium-bodied Argentinian red wine.It has aromas of ripe red fruit, with hints of spice and a subtle smokiness. On the palate, it has a pleasant acidity, with flavors of cherry and plum, and a hint of oak. The finish is long and lingering, with a sweet, spicy note. Enjoy it now, or cellar it for a few years to allow the flavors to fully develop.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2025
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Malbec
Cabernet Franc
ORIGINS
Winery: Zorzal
Region: Mendoza
Mendoza is the largest wine-producing region in Argentina, located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, producing some of the country's most renowned wines. With a long history of winemaking, Mendoza is now one of the most important wine regions in South America. The territory of Mendoza can be divided into five large sub-regions, which give the varieties their particular characteristics: Valle de Uco GI, integrated by the departments of Tunuyán, Tupungato and San Carlos; Primera Zona, which includes the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú; the Northern oasis (Lavalle and Las Heras), the East (San Martín, Rivadavia, Junín, Santa Rosa and La Paz) and the South (San Rafael, Malargüe and General Alvear), covering practically the entire provincial geography.
Mendoza has been producing wine since the 16th century, when Spanish settlers first brought vines to the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of both red and white wines, with a focus on Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Torrontés. In recent years, Mendoza has become a leader in sustainable winemaking, with many producers focusing on organic and biodynamic practices.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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