El Esteco Don David Reserve Torrontes 2024
El Esteco Don David Reserve Torrontes 2024
Price: 17,50€
DESCRIPTION
El Esteco Don David Reserve Torrontes 2024 comes from vineyards cultivated at an altitude of over 1,800 meters in the Calchaquí Valley, in Salta. Founded in 1892 by French immigrants, the El Esteco winery is one of the pioneers of this region shaped by the sun and mountains. The Torrontés benefits from partial aging for 6 months in used French oak barrels (10%), on alluvial soils where the diurnal temperature variation preserves its aromatic freshness.
On the nose, this wine opens with aromas of orange blossom, rose, and vanilla. On the palate, it is lively and balanced, offering a beautiful freshness with pleasant citrus notes. Natural pairings lean towards spicy Asian dishes, ceviche, and sushi. Estimated aging potential of 3 years.
REGION
Salta
Argentina
Located in northwestern Argentina, at the foot of the Andes Mountains, the Salta wine region is one of the most spectacular in the country. Its vineyards, perched between 1,600 and over 3,000 meters above sea level, rank among the highest in the world. This extreme high-altitude climate—sunny by day and cool at night—combined with arid, mineral-rich soils, promotes the production of wines with remarkable aromatic intensity and natural freshness.
While Torrontés remains the flagship white grape of Salta, its red wines are equally noteworthy. Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tannat thrive here, delivering powerful expressions marked by concentrated fruit, bright acidity, and aromas of flowers, spices, and warm stone. Winemakers are also reviving heritage varieties such as Criolla Chica, introduced by Spanish settlers in the 16th century. Hardy and well-suited to high altitudes, Criolla produces light, vibrant wines with floral notes and refreshing acidity.
At the heart of the valleys lies the small town of Cafayate, widely considered the epicenter of Salta’s wine scene. Its internationally acclaimed wines combine power, freshness, and minerality, in a style that is truly unique to this part of the world.
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This aromatic and floral Torrontés, typical of Cafayate, is best enjoyed young and well-chilled.
