Argentine Torrontés

From left: Co-operative Fairtrade Torrontés-Chardonnay 2011, Viñalba Seleccion Torrontés 2011, Zohar Torrontés 2009 Photo: PEARTREE

Wine Review: Argentine Torrontés -- The Telegraph

Argentine torrontés is that rare thing – a grape for all seasons.

Is there a white wine for all seasons? Most fail the test, because, much as the trade won't admit it, lighter, unoaked whites like simple Italians and floral rieslings are more popular in spring and summer (with fish, salads, etc), while richer, oakier styles like the bigger chardonnays and viogniers suit winter and autumn better (with roast chicken, pork, creamier dishes).

There are exceptional moments, like the January urge for light, lower-alcohol wine, but still, as generalisations go, it holds true.

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