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Salta (Cafayate) wine region
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High-altitude whites and bold reds.
High-altitude vineyards in the Andean foothills, led by Malbec.
Notable producers in Salta (Cafayate)
- Colomé
- El Esteco
- Amalaya
- Piattelli Vineyards
- Domingo Molina
Salta (Cafayate) wines to try
Bodega Colomé Malbec Estate
Salta (Cafayate) · Calchaquí Valley · Malbec
High-altitude Malbec: intense black fruit, violet, spice and fresh acidity.
Food: Empanadas, grilled steak, lamb
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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