2024 Susana Balbo Crios Torrontes

Susana Balbo is one of Argentina's leading and most innovative winemakers. In 1981, Susana graduated as the first female oenologist in Argentine wine history. She subsequently worked as a winemaker for various major wineries for 25 years. She is often considered the "Evita Perón" of Argentine viticulture. Influential, beloved, and a touch controversial. True to her motto, "Where there's a will, there's a wine," she forged her path to her ultimate dream: her own winery where she could fully express her ideas for crafting sublime wines. In 1999, she established her own winery, Dominio del Plato, in the heart of the Lujan de Cuyo region of Mendoza. The winery boasts a breathtaking setting against the breathtaking backdrop of the Andes Mountains. In 2016, the name was changed to Susana Balbo Wines.

Susana is known as the "Queen of Torrontés" for her role in transforming Torrontés from an unknown blend into Argentina's white star. This Críos Torrontés is crisp, refreshing, and aromatic, with a bouquet of citrus, passion fruit, lychee, and white flowers. Lively acidity, a hint of creaminess, and a long, mineral finish add depth and balance to the palate.

This wine pairs perfectly with smoked meats, mild to medium-bodied cheeses, and seafood (especially crab, shrimp, raw and marinated fish). It's also a wonderful pairing with Asian dishes and sushi, and a surprising partner with goat cheese.