Valle Arriba Mayuco Torrontes – 2023

8,530 feet
Torrontés

Deep in Argentina’s desert (and deserted) Calchaquí Valleys, a river called Mayuco feeds a few acres of of old, gnarled grapevines. The Calchaquí desert, dry and extremely high altitude, is a harsh environment where ancient vines grow on their original rootstock under hot, harsh sun and chilly nights. Here winemaker Raúl Dávalos continues a family tradition 200 years old, producing handmade, unfiltered, critically acclaimed wines.

Floral nose with roses and herbs, with hints of lychee and pink pepper. Dry yet creamy with a full body.