As far as Argentinean white wines go, Torrontés represents the essence of Argentina. It is one of the only countries that produce this wine, alive with the vigor of fruit and the scent of flora.

Torrontés and Argentina
Sometimes known as Muscat d'Asti, legend places the origins of Torrontés somewhere in the Mediterranean, possibly Spain, although the actual birthplace is unknown. The region of Mendoza is home to this varietal and often takes on the name within Mendoza where the grapes originate. Torrontés harvested from the grapes in Riojana, near the Andes Mountains are designated Torrontés Riojana. Whereas Torrontés produced in Sanjuanino area are known as Torrontés Sanjuanino. The grape of the Torrontés can often be found in the personal homes of Argentineans, climbing the outdoor lattice or in the backyard garden. Finding pure plants can be an adventure since many of the vines are a mixture. A recent increase in the popularity of Torrontés has boosted the amount of pure vines within the vineyards of Mendoza, indicating a great future for this wine as production multiplies.

Flavors and Aromatics
The Torrontés emits a specific fragrance of flowers and fruit, often rose and peaches. With one taste, the sweetness of the Torrontés envelopes your tongue, leaving you with a clean and powerful conclusion. The golden hue of this vino is a reflection of the grape that grows into a intermediate sized globe that releases a fruitful bouquet. Specific regions generate grapes of particular characteristics. For example, the Torrontés Riojano grape is larger and grows in relaxed bunches, somewhat different from the average Torrontés grape.

Food Pairings
The citrus taste and hint of flower scent seems to be the ideal complement to poultry, specifically chicken. As part of a seafood feast, Torrontés brings out the zest of freshwater fish, mussels scallops, shrimp as well as the tang of shellfish. Not only can Torrontés be paired with white foods, this wine can also transport the essence of spicy fare to the center of your tastebuds.

Wineries
The Mendoza region features several vineyards with production focused on Torrontés. Luis Segundo Correas winery is owned by a family who has been part of the wine-making industry since 1860. This winery devotes 125 acres of land to the Torrontés specific grapes fashioning the Valle Las Acequias Torrontés. The Bodega Norton vineyard is known not only as a winery but as a home. A family environment is just as important as the grapes to the Lo Tengo Torrontés that is produced at this chateau.

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