COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Torrontés
PRODUCER
Susana Balbo Wines
REGION
Mendoza
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Susana Balbo Signature White Blend is a distinctive white wine from the Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina. Crafted by Susana Balbo, a pioneering female enologist, the wine challenges perceptions of Argentine viticulture by focusing on high-quality white blends. It is a harmonious marriage of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and the aromatic Torrontés, sourced from high-altitude vineyards that contribute to its unique character. The winery's philosophy emphasizes the art of blending and a commitment to sustainable practices, resulting in a wine that showcases both the potential of its origin and the winemaker's skill.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Inspired by a direct challenge from wine critic Tim Atkin MW.
Fact 02
Susana Balbo is known as the 'Queen of Torrontés'.
Fact 03
Grapes are grown at an altitude of 1,150 meters (3,770 feet).
Fact 04
Uses a blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Argentina's signature Torrontés.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The creation of the Signature White Blend involves meticulous attention to detail for each grape variety. Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon undergo a four-hour cold maceration with dry ice before pressing and are fermented with natural yeasts. Sémillon ferments in concrete eggs, while Sauvignon Blanc and Torrontés ferment in French oak barrels, with Torrontés using selected yeasts. After fermentation, Torrontés benefits from two months of lees aging. The final blend is then aged for four to five months in French oak barrels, with a proportion of new oak, before bottling.
