Despite it now looking all dark and gloomy out, this wine has always been one of my favourite summer sunshine staples, Fuzion - Chenin Torrontes from Argentina.
First I wanna talk about the varietal's. Chenin Blanc aka. Chenin is a white grape originally from France and is arguably one of the most versatile of all wine grape varieties. From plain old table white to sparkling to dessert, it's even used in brandy in some parts of the world. Most often you'll find aromas and flavours of apples, honey and melon with hints of grass or hay.
Torrontes also a white grape is originally from Argentina, and for the most part is ONLY grown in Argentina. There have been some - but very few plantings in Chile, and sometimes you'll find a Spanish Torrontes but there is no DNA evidence between the two that they are related. The best Torrontes are highly aromatic, really floral and loads of citrus. Peaches, oranges and lychee and just a few of a flavours you'll find, sometimes even a little spice!
First I wanna talk about the varietal's. Chenin Blanc aka. Chenin is a white grape originally from France and is arguably one of the most versatile of all wine grape varieties. From plain old table white to sparkling to dessert, it's even used in brandy in some parts of the world. Most often you'll find aromas and flavours of apples, honey and melon with hints of grass or hay.
Torrontes also a white grape is originally from Argentina, and for the most part is ONLY grown in Argentina. There have been some - but very few plantings in Chile, and sometimes you'll find a Spanish Torrontes but there is no DNA evidence between the two that they are related. The best Torrontes are highly aromatic, really floral and loads of citrus. Peaches, oranges and lychee and just a few of a flavours you'll find, sometimes even a little spice!
Now for wine itself, it's a pale straw colour with glimmers of green. Aromas of jasmine, violets and citrus. The palate is light and fresh with medium acidity, loads of tropical fruit and peaches. I first tried it maybe about 2-3 years ago and it's always kept me coming back for more, annnnnnd drum roll please.... it's like $12! Uh-mazing, go get a bottle and hope that summer comes back soon.
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