Torrontés
/toe-ron-TESS/Torrontés is Argentina's signature aromatic white, producing explosively floral, perfumed wines of rose petal and jasmine with a zesty bite — grown to great effect in the high-altitude vineyards of Salta's Cafayate.
🍇 White grapemedium bodydry
Grape profile
Character & style
| Trait | Character |
|---|---|
| Body | medium |
| Acidity | medium |
| Tannins | none |
| Sweetness | dry |
| Alcohol tendency | medium |
| Origin | Argentina (and Galicia, Spain) |
| Common flavours | floral, peach, lemon, grape, orange |
| Aromas | rose, geranium, orange blossom, peach, jasmine |
Pairing
Best food pairings
- Spicy fusion
- curry
- grilled fish
- soft cheese
- salads
Where it thrives
Key regions for Torrontés
Argentina, Spain