Crios Torrontés

Salta & Mendoza, Mendoza

Susana Balbo founded CRIOS as a tribute to her children, Jose and Ana. Together, they craft wines to be enjoyed across generations and to represent values they strive to instill in their own families. Crios Torrontes reminds us to break the rules - that tinkering with assumptions can lead to rewards like seeing a common blending grape become Argentina's star white wine.

Tasting Notes

A crisp, refreshing and aromatic Torrontés with notes of citrus, passion fruit, lychee and white flowers. A lively acidity, a hint of creaminess and a long finish add depth and balance to the palate.

Asian food and fusion cuisine, white meats, crab and fish, salads and citrus or creamy desserts.

Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts at a maximum temperature of 12-14ºC (54-57ºF). Conservation on lees for three months to improve the structure of the wine.

Grapes grown in Cafayate (Salta) and the Uco Valley (Mendoza) at an average elevation of 1,700 m.

Varietal: 100% Torrontés
Alcohol: 12.5%
Acidity: 6.1 g/L

Susana Balbo founded CRIOS as a tribute to her children, Jose and Ana. Together, they craft wines to be enjoyed across generations and to represent values they strive to instill in their own families. Crios Torrontes reminds us to break the rules - that tinkering with assumptions can lead to rewards like seeing a common blending grape become Argentina's star white wine.

Tasting Notes

Crisp, refreshing and aromatic, with a bouquet of citrus fruits, passion fruit, lychee and white flowers. Lively acidity, a hint of creaminess and a long, mineral finish add depth and balance to the palate.

Asian food and fusion cuisine, white meats, crab and fish, salads, citrus or creamy desserts.

Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts at 12-14ºC (54-57ºF) maximum. Conservation on lees for three months to improve the structure of the wine.

Grapes grown in Cafayate (Salta) and the Uco Valley (Mendoza) at an average elevation of 1,700 m.

100% Torrontés Alcohol 12.5% Acidity 6.1 g/L

Susana Balbo founded CRIOS as a tribute to her children, Jose and Ana. Together, they craft wines to be enjoyed across generations and to represent values they strive to instill in their own families. Crios Torrontes reminds us to break the rules - that tinkering with assumptions can lead to rewards like seeing a common blending grape become Argentina's star white wine.

Tasting Notes

Crisp, refreshing and aromatic, with a bouquet of citrus fruits, passion fruit, lychee and white flowers. Lively acidity, a hint of creaminess and a long, mineral finish add depth and balance to the palate.

Smoked meats, medium cheeses, fish, crab, sushi.

Max. temp. 13°C. Selected yeast. Conservation over lees during 3 months in order to improve the structure of the wine.

Grapes grown in Cafayate (Salta) and the Uco Valley (Mendoza) at an average elevation of 1,700 m.

100% Torrontés Alcohol 13% Acidity 6.2 g/L.

Susana Balbo founded CRIOS as a tribute to her children, Jose and Ana. Together, they craft wines to be enjoyed across generations and to represent values they strive to instill in their own families. Crios Torrontes reminds us to break the rules - that tinkering with assumptions can lead to rewards like seeing a common blending grape become Argentina's star white wine.

Tasting Notes

Crisp, refreshing and aromatic, with a bouquet of citrus fruits, passion fruit, lychee and white flowers. Lively acidity, a hint of creaminess and a long, mineral finish add depth and balance to the palate.

Smoked meats, medium cheeses, fish, crab, sushi.

Max. temp. 13°C. Selected yeast. Conservation over lees during 3 months in order to improve the structure of the wine.

Grapes grown in Cafayate (Salta) and the Uco Valley (Mendoza) at an average elevation of 1,700 m.

100% Torrontés Alcohol 13% Acidity 6.2 g/L.

Susana Balbo founded CRIOS as a tribute to her children, Jose and Ana. Together, they craft wines to be enjoyed across generations and to represent values they strive to instill in their own families. Crios Torrontes reminds us to break the rules - that tinkering with assumptions can lead to rewards like seeing a common blending grape become Argentina's star white wine.

Tasting Notes

Crisp, refreshing and aromatic, with a bouquet of citrus fruits, passion fruit, lychee and white flowers. Lively acidity, a hint of creaminess and a long, mineral finish add depth and balance to the palate.

Smoked meats, medium cheeses, fish, crab, sushi.

Max. temp. 13°C. Selected yeast. Conservation over lees during 3 months in order to improve the structure of the wine.

Grapes grown in Cafayate (Salta) and the Uco Valley (Mendoza) at an average elevation of 1,700 m.

100% Torrontés Alcohol 14%; acidity 6.1 g/L.

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  • 88

    points

    Wine Enthusiast, July 2023

    "Aromas of honeydew and white peach are bright and fresh on the inviting nose. Grape typicity shines through a herbaceous palate that includes notes of lime and vigorous acidity. Drink now."

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  • 90

    points

    Tim Atkin, June 2022

    "Susana Balbo made her name with Torrontés and she still has a sure touch with the variety. This is an unusual blend of fruit from Paraje Altamira and Salta, showing lime and sherbet flavours, lots of racy acidity and a hint of tropical fruit. 2022-24"

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  • 91

    points

    James Suckling, March 2022

    "Perfumed nose of elderflowers, orange blossoms, lychees, white peaches and green apples. It’s medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and a fruity, floral and crisp palate. Excellent freshness. Zesty finish. Vegan. Drink now. Screw cap."

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  • 90

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    Tim Atkin, April 2021

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  • 90

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    Wine Advocate, March 2021

    "The varietal and expressive 2020 Críos Torrontés is very grapey and fruit-driven and has aromas of Moscatel pulp and some citrus notes. The palate is light, austere. 300,000 bottles produced."

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  • 91

    points

    James Suckling, April 2021

    "So much brightness here with sliced lime and some lemon zest. Plenty of minerally character, too. Medium and vivid. Crisp. Drink now."

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  • 89

    Points

    Vinous, June 2020

    "A blend of Torrontés from the Uco Valley and Cafayate. A metallic green in color, the 2019 Torrontés Crios has a nose of fresh orange blossom and citrus with lime and grass. Moderately fatty and flavorful in the mouth, it delivers well-judged acidity. This is a sensibly-priced wine with personality and a refreshing feel."

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  • 90+

    Points

    Wine Advocate, October 2019

    "The just-bottled 2019 Críos Torrontés felt a bit reductive and with the influence of the sulfur in the bottling. But underneath, there are notes of white peach and some citrus, and of course, the orange blossom and Moscatel pulp sensations. It has a combination of the Salta wilderness and the cooler side from the Valle de Uco, as it's a blend from both places. 324,000 bottles produced."

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  • 91

    Points

    Blue Lifestyle, January 2021

    "Susana Balbo is a master of this spicy, indigenous variety; silky, fresh and juicy with charming Muscato-like notes and crisp acidity; a perfect lunchtime wine."

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  • 91

    Points

    James Suckling, April 2020

    "A bright, tangy white with sliced apples and lemon skin. Hints of stone and concrete. Medium-bodied, fresh and clean. Lots of citrus. Drink and enjoy."

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  • 90+

    Points

    Wine Advocate, October 2019

    "The just-bottled 2019 Críos Torrontés felt a bit reductive and with the influence of the sulfur in the bottling. But underneath, there are notes of white peach and some citrus, and of course, the orange blossom and Moscatel pulp sensations. It has a combination of the Salta wilderness and the cooler side from the Valle de Uco, as it's a blend from both places. 324,000 bottles produced."

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  • 91

    Points

    James Suckling, April 2020

    "A bright, tangy white with sliced apples and lemon skin. Hints of stone and concrete. Medium-bodied, fresh and clean. Lots of citrus. Drink and enjoy."

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  • 90

    Points

    Vinous, September 2019

    "Very pale, bright silver. Very subtle, fresh scents of lime blossom and orange peel. This inexpensive Torrontés stands out for its inner-mouth tension, dryness and salty minerality, partly due to the strong calcaire influence of some fruit from vines in Altamira (about 50% of the blend). Notes of citrus peel, menthol and licorice carry well on the finish. Susana Balbo told me that she likes "the greenness, orange peel and flowers" added by Torrontés grown in Mendoza, which she describes as more elegant than the Cafayate version."

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  • 91

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    James Suckling, March 2019

    "A bright and fresh white with sliced apples, lemon rind and salt. Medium body, dry and bright acidity and a clean and crisp finish. Drink now."

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TRADE & MEDIA ASSETS /////////////////

2022 Crios Torrontés – Tasting Note

2021 Crios Torrontés – 91 points, James Suckling – Shelftalker

2020 Crios Torrontés – Tasting Note

2021 Crios Torrontés – Tasting Note

Crios Torrontés – Bottle – 2021 & After

2021 Crios Torrontés – Label

2020 Crios Torrontés – Label

2019 Crios Torrontés – Label

2019 Crios Torrontes – Tasting Note

Crios Torrontes – Bottle – 2020 & Before

2018 Crios Torrontes (New Package) – James Suckling – 91pts – Sell Sheet

2018 Crios Torrontes (New Package) – James Suckling 91pts Shelftalker

2018 Crios Torrontes (New Packaging) – Tasting Note

2018 Crios Torrontés (New Package) – Label

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