Amalaya Blanco

Calchaqui Valley, Salta

For centuries, farmers made offerings in hope for a miracle - as Amalaya translates in the local language - for a bountiful harvest. It is located at 5,900 feet above sea level, in the Calchaquí Valley, northwest of Argentina. The region stands out as one of The Highest Vineyards In The World, characterized by its dry climate with no more than 150 mm annual rainfall, with significant thermal amplitude; rocky and sandy soil.

Tasting Notes

Shiny gold very limpid color. Citrus notes of grapefruit and lemon skins dominate the nose. In mouth, delicate and silky yet fresh and crisp with good acidity and a distinctive mineral note.

This wine is made with grapes from San Isidro Estate, located at 1800 meters above sea level. Manual harvest and fermentation at very low temperatures.

Vineyards Location: Finca San Isidro & Finca Las Mercedes

Varietals: 85% Torrontés and 15% Riesling
Alcohol: 13%
Total Acidity: 5.92 g/l
pH: 3.23
Residual Sugar: 2.44 g/l

For centuries, farmers made offerings in hope for a miracle - as Amalaya translates in the local language - for a bountiful harvest. It is located at 5,900 feet above sea level, in the Calchaquí Valley, northwest of Argentina. The region stands out as one of The Highest Vineyards In The World, characterized by its dry climate with no more than 150 mm annual rainfall, with significant thermal amplitude; rocky and sandy soil.

Tasting Notes

Shiny gold very limpid color. Citrus notes of grapefruit and lemon skins dominate the nose. In mouth, delicate and silky yet fresh and crisp with good acidity and a distinctive mineral note.

This wine is made with grapes from San Isidro Estate, located at 1800 meters above sea level. Manual harvest and fermentation at very low temperatures. Vineyards Location Finca San Isidro & Finca Las Mercedes Harvest January-February 2020

Varietals: 85% Torrontés and 15% Riesling Alc: 13% Total Acidity: 5.92 g/l pH: 3.23 Residual Sugar: 2.44 g/l

For centuries, farmers made offerings in hope for a miracle - as Amalaya translates in the local language - for a bountiful harvest. It is located at 5,900 feet above sea level, in the Calchaquí Valley, northwest of Argentina. The region stands out as one of The Highest Vineyards In The World, characterized by its dry climate with no more than 150 mm annual rainfall, with significant thermal amplitude; rocky and sandy soil.

Tasting Notes

Shiny gold very limpid color. Citrus notes of grapefruit and lemon skins dominate the nose. In mouth, delicate and silky yet fresh and crisp with good acidity and a distinctive mineral note.

This wine is made with grapes from San Isidro Estate, located at 1800 meters above sea level. Manual harvest and fermentation at very low temperatures. Vineyards Location Finca San Isidro & Finca Las Mercedes Harvest January-February 2020

Varietals: 85% Torrontés and 15% Riesling Total Acidity: 5.92 g/l pH: 3.23 Residual Sugar: 2.44 g/l

For centuries, farmers made offerings in hope for a miracle - as Amalaya translates in the local language - for a bountiful harvest. It is located at 5,900 feet above sea level, in the Calchaquí Valley, northwest of Argentina. The region stands out as one of The Highest Vineyards In The World, characterized by its dry climate with no more than 150 mm annual rainfall, with significant thermal amplitude; rocky and sandy soil.

Tasting Notes

Shiny gold very limpid color. Citrus notes of grapefruit and lemon skins dominate the nose. In mouth, delicate and silky yet fresh and crisp with good acidity and a distinctive mineral note.

Vintage 2019 Varietals 85% Torrontés - 15% Riesling Bottling date May 2019 Winemaker Jorge Noguera

This wine is made with grapes from San Isidro Estate, located at 1800 meters above sea level. Manual harvest and fermentation at very low temperatures. Vineyards Location Finca San Isidro & Finca Las Mercedes Harvest January-February 2019

Alc. 13% Total Acidity 5,92 g/l pH 3,23 Residual Sugar 2,44 g/l

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  • 90

    points

    Tim Atkin, June 2022

    "Amalaya’s ultra-reliable white blend marries Torrontés from San Isidro with 15% Riesling from the Finca Las Mercedes. Drier than it tastes, this has some grip from partial skin contact, lime, green fig and tangerine flavours and a combination of texture and balancing freshness. 2022-24"

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  • 90

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    Vinous, November 2021

    "The 2021 Torrontés - Riesling Blanco De Corte is 85% Torrontés and the rest Riesling from Cafayate. Yellow in color with a nose of citrus, jasmine and muscat notes along with a hint of mint, it’s fresh and easygoing with good fat and tension followed by a citrus finish. Excellent as an aperitif."

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  • 91

    points

    James Suckling, March 2022

    "Intense nose of lychee, grapefruit, mango, white peach, jasmine and elderflower. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a supple, creamy and peachy palate. 85% torrontes and 15% riesling, Vegan. Delicious now. Screw cap."

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  • 88

    Points

    Wine Advocate, March 2021

    "I love the ultra young and fleshy 2020 Malbec that in reality contains 10% Tannat and 5% Petit Verdot. It's ripe without excess and was bottled after one-fourth of the volume spent eight months in oak barrels. So, the effect of the oak is not noticeable in the aromas or flavors, and the wine comes through as fruit-driven and juicy while still keeping the varietal profile. They produced no less than 720,000 bottles of this wine. It was bottled in September 2020."

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  • 89

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    Vinous, October 2020

    "A blend of Torrontés and Riesling (15%) from Cafayate, this white makes a statement at a very competitive price. Pale yellow in the glass. The nose suggests lime and orange blossom with hints of rose and tropical fruit. The acidity sticks to the gums as part of a sparky palate and good body. Well-defined floral aftertaste."

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  • 89

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    Wine Enthusiast, October 2021

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  • 90

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    Tim Atkin, March 2020

    "One of those wines that I’m always delighted to find on a restaurant wine list, this is a unique blend of Torrontés with 15% Riesling from Amalaya’s vineyards in Cafayate. Zesty, dry and seamlessly combined, it has appealing zip and precision, aromas of white flowers and a lime and orange peel finish. 2020-22"

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  • 91

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    James Suckling, April 2020

    "This has attractive aromas of fresh lychees and peaches with tropical fruit and jasmine. The palate is a riot of juicy, fresh, vivid white peaches and melon. Drink now. Screw cap"

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