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Alta Vista Torrontes Premium 2005

Bodega

Range

Wine

Vintage

Origin

Price

Alta Vista

Premium

Torrontes

2005

Cafayate

AR$22 (US$7)

Appearance

Pale, almost clear with shimmering golden hues.

Nose

Rich and floral, with roses, apricots, peaches, and honey.

Palate

Light-medium body, with light acidity. Front palate is dominated by wild honey-comb which allows some peaches and unexpected mild lemon notes to reveal themselves as it develops through to the fairly abrupt finish.

Overall

Richly aromatic - the fruit is sourced from vines in Cafayate in Argentina's north, at an altitude of 1650 metres. The best Torrontes is sourced from similar heights, where the temperature variation between day and night amplifies the floral characters of the grape. However, the palate on this example feels slightly austere against the rich aroma.

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(September 06)