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Torrontés is a white grape known for peach, floral, rose. Its best-known homes are Argentina.
Origin and history
Argentina's signature white; DNA shows Torrontés Riojano is a natural cross of Muscat of Alexandria and Listán Prieto (Criolla Chica).
Where it grows
Argentina: Salta (Cafayate and the Calchaquí Valleys), La Rioja, Mendoza and San Juan. Spain's Torrontés is an unrelated grape.
Structure
Medium body, low to medium acidity and often high alcohol; usually dry despite its sweet-smelling, perfumed nose.
Aromas, young and aged
Young: rose petal, jasmine, peach, lychee and orange zest. Little benefit from age, losing its perfume and turning slightly bitter.
Ageing
Drink within 1–2 years for maximum aroma.
Also known as
Torrontés Riojano (also distinct Torrontés Sanjuanino and Torrontés Mendocino).
Good to know
Salta's vineyards are among the world's highest, some above 3,000 metres, and the intense sun gives Torrontés its vivid aromatics.
Wine regions for Torrontés
Torrontés wines to try
Real bottles from The Wine Library.
El Esteco Don David Torrontés
Salta (Cafayate) · Cafayate · Torrontés
Aromatic and dry: jasmine, peach and citrus with a crisp finish.
Food: Ceviche, spicy Asian dishes, empanadas
Amalaya Torrontés Riesling
Salta (Cafayate) · Valles Calchaquíes · Torrontés, Riesling
High-altitude aromatic blend: flowers, citrus and freshness.
Food: Empanadas, Asian food
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