Susana Balbo Signature – Barrel Fermented Torrontes
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Argentina
Mendoza
Wine
White
The Facts
UPCs 2023 (750ml) - 8 58497 00516 5
Origins Argentina > Mendoza > Uco Valley
Appellation Uco Valley
Varietal Torrontes
Cepage 100% Torrontes
Winemaking Cooling down at 6°C (43°F), destemming and maceration in the press with dry ice for 2 hours. Pressing at low pressure and fining. Fermentation in new French oak barrels and with selected yeasts.
Aging 100% in new French oak barrels for 6 months
Annual Production 2100 cases (12-bot)
Markets Texas
Trade and Media
The Character
Overall Groundbreaking, complex, and with terrific energy.
Aromas Tropical fruits, citrus notes and delicate floral aromas.
Mouthfeel Harmonious, balanced acidity
Tasting Notes A golden colored Torrontés with bright reflections. The nose is fragrant and complex, with hints of tropical fruits (especially lychee), citrus notes (such as lemon peel) and delicate floral aromas. The mouth is harmonious, with a balanced acidity that goes with some intense fruit flavors. It has a good, round body and a silky texture.
Selling Point The first barrel-fermented Torrontés, with a refined style.
Pairings Fish, shellfish and spicy, aromatic dishes from Indian, Chinese and Thai cuisines.
Awards 94pts James Suckling
Sustainability Certified Sustainable
The Story
Making great wines requires courage, determination, and passion. With over forty years of experience since Susana Balbo's start as the first female winemaker in Argentina, she is proud to offer the best of myself through my signature wines. This Torrontés was the first of this style, fermented in barrels with a specially selected and proved toast.
About Susana Balbo Signature
Producer Story
Founded in 1999, by Susana Balbo, Argentina’s first female winemaker, this family-run winery has been leading Argentina’s white wine revolution, with nearly 40% of the wines produced being high-end whites and rosés. The Signature range offers elegant, bold wines with artistic finesse, combining terroir knowledge with new and antique winemaking techniques.
Producer Story
Founded in 1999, by Susana Balbo, Argentina’s first female winemaker, this family-run winery has been leading Argentina’s white wine revolution, with nearly 40% of the wines produced being high-end whites and rosés. The Signature range offers elegant, bold wines with artistic finesse, combining terroir knowledge with new and antique winemaking techniques.
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