The Wine VaultTorrontés
Argentina’s signature white grape, producing highly aromatic, floral wines. A natural cross of Muscat of Alexandria and the Mission grape (Criólla Chica).
Origin
Argentina
Serving temperature
8-10°C
Aging potential
1-3 years, best young
What Torrontés tastes like
Rose petal, lychee, peach, geranium, citrus.
Food pairings
- Spicy empanadas
- Ceviche
- Thai salads
- Mild curries
Classic regions
- Salta
- La Rioja (Argentina)
- Cafayate
Fun fact
The Cafayate Valley in Salta, where Torrontés thrives, sits at over 1,700 meters elevation, making it one of the highest wine regions in the world.