The little-known white grape Torontes from Argentina offers a solid alternative to the gang of usual suspects.
La Linda Torrontes, Mendoza ’22 **1/2 $ VALUE
(Bright fruit, good acidity, refreshing flavors)
Santa Julia Torrontes, Mendoza ’23 ** $ VALUE
(A lighter style with bright floral notes and subtle, nuanced flavors)
WINE OF THE WEEK:
Alta Vista Estate Torrontes, Mendoza ’22 ** ½ $
(A bright, fresh, explosive nose, with crisp acidity, subtle flavors)
Price key: $=less than $20 $$= $20-40 $$$=$40-60 $$$$=above $60
Quality key: * = decent wine ** = very good wine *** = superb wine ****= elite
VALUE = exceptional quality for the money
All of these wines can be purchased at Kenilworth Wine and Spirits.
