San Pedro de Yacochuya Torrontes is a premium white wine produced by the renowned winery San Pedro de Yacochuya in the Salta appellation of Argentina. The vineyard is located at an altitude of over 6,000 feet, which provides ideal growing conditions for the Torrontes grape variety. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including hand-harvesting and gentle pressing, to preserve the delicate aromas and flavors of the grape. The resulting wine is crisp and refreshing, with notes of citrus, white flowers, and a hint of minerality. It is a perfect pairing for seafood, salads, and light pasta dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This San Pedro de Yacochuya Torrontes offers a pleasant nose of light floral aromas, apricot and honey.On the palate, it is pleasantly fresh and light with a good balance of acidity and sweetness. The flavors are of citrus fruits, pear and apricot, with some hints of peaches and honey. The finish is dry and crisp with subtle notes of spice. Overall, this is an easy-drinking and enjoyable white wine.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2047
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Torrontés
ORIGINS
Winery: San Pedro de Yacochuya
Region: Cafayate
Cafayate is a wine region located in the Salta Province of northwestern Argentina. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, which are situated at elevations between 5,000 and 7,000 feet above sea level. The region has a dry, sunny climate with significant diurnal temperature variations, which allows the grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors.