MEET THE TORRONTES GRAPES OF ARGENTINA
The word Torrontes is Spanish for “torrent,” which is a very suitable name considering it’s potent flavors and armoas. The Torrontes grape is pretty much exclusive to Argentina. Yes, Spain also has a grape called Torrontes, but evidently the two grapes are not related. In Argentina you’ll find the primary region for growing the Torrontes grape is in Salta.
You can find the Torrontes grapes in Cafayate, Salta which is located to the far north of the country. The town of Cafayate, sits at 5,500 feet with vineyards extending up the sides of the valley floor into the foothills with elevations exceeding 6,500 feet. Because of the higher altitudes this grape is typically grown in a canopy style which helps to protect the fruit from sun exposure. The Torrontes grapes found in the town of Cafayate are delicious and fruity. These grapes produce wine that is aromatic with moderate acidity, smooth texture and mouthfeel as well as distinctive peach and apricot aromas on the nose. Keep in mind the Torrontes wine needs to be served well-chilled and protected from oxygen as too much warmth or too much oxygen will quickly eliminate its characteristic aromas.
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