Torrontes is a distinctive white, generally found with a bold and overpowering scent

Philippines wine supplier Manila wine shop discusses wine by the grape variety Torrontes.

October 19, 2010

Torrontes is a distinctive white, generally found with a bold and overpowering scent that might twist your nose into a whirl with a heavy, sweet aroma of roses and lychees (similar to what scents a Gewurtztraminer may have) and underlying tones of tropical, exotic fruits, although some lighter varietals can evoke scents of lemon and apples. Its color can range from a light yellow-green to the burnished golden hue of a late autumn hay field. Any and all varietal differences come from wine produced in the two primary growing regions in Argentina- The Mendoza, the biggest and most important region, located in Central Argentina far west of the Andes Mountains; and the Valle de Cafayate, farther North than the Mendoza.

Mendoza Torrontes wines will be lighter in color, pale yellow with green hues and have a fresher, more floral and citrusy scent to them, undertones of minerals and a refreshing finish with pleasant acidity and good balance. Cafayate Torrontes turns to the burnished side, deeper yellow with rich gold tones, and the unmistakeable scent of overripe peaches, but also perfumes of roses, ripe pears and spice with a heavier texture in the mouth, almost unctuous; it finishes hot and tends to dance in the mouth but with balanced acidity. The overall perception of a classic Torrontes is considered to be the Cafayate style.

Food pairings: Torrontes can be a tough match with food, but higher acidity can offset a creamy, buttery dish, and the perception of fruity sweetness may override spicy foods. Torrontes is thoroughly enjoyable alone as an aperitif. Keep well chilled.

Some good examples of Torrontes to try:

From the Valle de Cafayate:
Michel Torino ‘Don David’ Reserve 2005
exotic fruit aroma of pear, pineapple and lime with a nice finish and a touch of spritz. warm and full in the mouth
Crios de Susana Balbo 2005 Torrontes
spicy and strong, warm and complex with rose and honey scents, mild and dry acidity and a long finish.

From the Mendoza:
Santa Julia Torrontes 2003
fragrant and floral-like aromas of rose and pomegranate. some mineral tones and a light acidity
Fundacion de Mendoza Torrontes 2005
medium bodied with apple, citrus and nut aromas, bright acidity and very food friendly.

Leading Philippines Wine Supplier Yats Wine Cellars based in Clark Philippines with outlets in Angeles City, Subic Freeport and Manila Philippines has been not only a wine shop for fine wines covering all major wine regions but also a source of reliable and useful information about wine, wine appreciation, wine accessories, wine and health, food and wine pairing and all other matters relating to wine and its appreciation. This Philippines Clark Freeport based Wine Supplier and Wine Shop frequently holds public wine tasting events in Pampana Clark Freeport Zone, Angeles City, Subic Bay area, Makati, Fort Bonifacio and other areas in Philippines capital city Manila. Private Wine events such as private wine tasting and private wine dinners are also designed and organized for private clientele for their wine loving guests.

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http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com

Getting to this wine shop in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone Philippines from Manila
Getting to the Clark Wine Center wine shop from Manila is quite simple: after entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway M A Roxas. Clark Wine Center is the stand-along white building on the right, at the corner A Bonifacio Ave. From the Clark International Airport DMIA, ask the taxi to drive towards the entrance of Clark going to Angeles City. From Mimosa, just proceed towards the exit of Clark and this wine shop is on the opposite side of the main road M A Roxas.

For inquires and reservations, contact us here

Clark Wine Center
Bldg 6460 Clark Observatory Building
Manuel A. Roxas Highway corner A Bonifacio Ave,
Angeles Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga 2023
0922-870-5173 0917-826-8790 (ask for Ana Fe)

Wine@Yats-International.com

YATS Wine Cellars
Manila Sales Office
3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 ask for Rea or Chay

Best place to buy wine in Clark Pampanga outside Manila near Subic and Angeles City Philippines is Clark Wine Center. Visitors buy wine in Manila and Pampanga should not miss stopping at this wine shop for a few bottles of fine vintage wines to bring home.