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Back to the topic of wine from Argentina: They say that the best Torrontes comes from Salta followed by Torrontes from La Rioja (Argentina of course) and San Juan. They are respectively known as Torrontes Salteno, Riojano, and San Juanino.

The reason that these 3 regions supposedly always make better Torrontes is that they have very high altitude, Salta having the highest altitude vineyards in the world.

But we found an exquisite Torrontes from Mendoza that is from the Serrera winery. With a bouquet of fresh jasmin and orange blossom and a hint of honey, I almost don’t even need to drink this wine. Almost. In the mouth, nice acidity combines with flavors of white peach, pineapple and other citrus flavors with a lengthy finish that has floral nuances.

The best food combinations are the following:

1. Fig jam or apricot jam on brie cheese.

2. Sushi and sashimi.

3. Orange, Peach, Raspberry and Mango sorbet.

4. Salads with pears and goat cheese.

Enjoy!

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Dearest Readers and Members…

It is my distinct pleasure to inform you that Anuva has just added 10 new wines to its wine store! I guess the logical question is “What do I recommend?” Well, all of them of course! It depends on the occasion. I will only address the next collection of 6 here:

Santos Beck Torrontés, a lively and fresh white from the province of San Juan, will do very nicely when you serve it chilled on these warm summer days coming up.

Naiara Reserva Malbec compliments and hearty dish. It’s robust, concentrated and velvety smooth.

Durigutti Malbec Reserve takes a more fruit forward approach to the Malbec genre but also has great complexity and depth.

Beviam Syrah will begin a bit closed and dry but as it opens will explode with typical syrah characteristics like blackberry and spice.

Occhioverde Merlot, an organic wine (the name means “green eye” in Italian) combines sumptuous herbs like oregano, thyme and rosemary with hints of black and red fruits.

And finally, Callejon del Crimen Petit Verdot from Finca La Luz, an uncommon varietal, gets the award for most unique wine in this group. Minty and chocolaty at the onset with hints of spice and gingerbread, this 12 month oaked varietal is long, supple and full.

We await your comments…