Last night Fiona and I opened a bottle of Torrontes by Conquista wines out of Argentina. I’ve been wanting to try it for some time now after MasAgua introduced me to it on his blog. Overall, I’d have to say it is a refreshing diversion from our standby, Pinot Grigio. Fiona dubbed it floral and I’d have to agree. This one carries a strong, pleasant aroma that hits you with every sip. Fiona loved it, and I’m sure we will continue to experiment with it.

Overall, I was very happy with this bottle. It was on sale for $9, which is a plus, and very drinker friendly. It has enough character to appeal to seasoned wine connoisseurs, without overwhelming wine drinkers simply looking for a buzz. We had a homemade pizza with ours last night and they worked together well. Of course, the best part about finding a new variety is the ensuing research. I’ll get back with you after I try a couple different Torrontes.

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