Susana Balbo, Signature Barrel-Fermented Torrontés, Uco Valley, Mendoza, 2019

Susana Balbo understands Torrontés better than most and is brave enough to try new things. This is a barrel fermented and aged Torrontés made with grapes sourced from Altamira, in Uco Valley. It is fragrant and attractive, displaying notes of elderflower, white pears and wild flowers as well as a hint of vanilla and sweet spices. On the palate it is well-structured, showing excellent varietal character, personality and impressive ability to maintain its freshness.