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Having claimed torrontes as its own, argentina has not rested on its laurels. It is gradually turning this little known grape into a sought-after household name. This is thanks in no small part to country's rapidly improving winemaking expertise and massive investment in its wineries. Increasingly, argentina is the place to look for "good value wines with unique flavours" (drinks business) surrounded by snow-capped peaks, the vineyards for ramirez de velazco torrontes lie in the la rioja region, which enjoys warm days and cool, dry nights ... With plenty of melt water available for irrigation, the conditions are near ideal for the vines and shows through in the intense, pure fruit flavours. The fresh and lively 2007 vintage offers plenty of distinct rose and citrus aromas, apple, melon and a hint of spiciness. Dry and crisp, it is wonderful served slightly chilled with salads, fish and poultry. |
