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Susana Balbo Signature White Blend 2022

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White dry

Susana Balbo Signature White Blend 2022

31,00

Description

An ideal choice for those who enjoy aromatic and mineral wines from the New World, but appreciate European elegance.

The wine is made from grape varieties well-known to wine lovers – 'Sauvignon Blanc', 'Semillón', and 'Torrontés'. They stand out with a bright and deep aroma, revealing tropical fruits, flowers, herbs, guava, pear, and lychee.

Fermentation took place in oak barrels with natural yeasts and in concrete "eggs". The wine was aged in French oak barrels (60% new, 40% second use).

Acidity in the wine: 6.2 g/l.

Serving recommendations

Serve at 8 - 10 °C with prawns or mussels in white sauce, herb-crusted salmon steak, caesar salad.

Rating

93 / 100

James Suckling

A scented nose with pure golden berries, pears, fresh guava and a hint of grapes and lychee. Bright, high acidity on the palate with a fine, phenolic twist and minerality in the finish. Drink now.

About brand

Susana Balbo is one of the most significant wine specialists in Argentina, whose contribution to the global wine industry is immense. For over 20 years, Susana consulted wineries across the world, helping them improve their wine production and raise the overall level of wine culture. In 1999, at the peak of her career, she founded her own winery, "Dominio del Plata," in the Mendoza region, where she fulfilled her long-held dream of producing high-quality wines. Susana Balbo is often referred to as the "Queen of Torrontés" because she revived this unique grape variety and began producing highly regarded 'Torrontés' wines that became popular worldwide. Her wines are characterized by exceptional fruitiness, aroma, and balanced taste, which appeal to even the most discerning wine enthusiasts. For these achievements, she was elected president of the "Wines of Argentina" organization three times, becoming the first woman to graduate with a degree in oenology in Argentina. "Dominio del Plata" winery is renowned for its high-quality wines, such as "Crios," "BenMarco," "Susana Balbo Signature," and "Nosotros." These wines reflect Susana Balbo's experience and her family's commitment to creating wines that have conquered the global market. Each wine from "Dominio del Plata" is distinguished by its unique taste, which attracts wine experts and enthusiasts from around the world.

Wine Style

"Dominio del Plata" wines are characterized by exceptional fruitiness, aroma, and balanced taste, which appeal to even the most discerning wine enthusiasts.

  • White wine: Characterized by freshness, fruit aromas, and minerality. 'Torrontés' wines stand out with their floral and spice aromas.
  • Red wine: Characterized by richness, tannins, and dark berry aromas. 'Malbec' wines are particularly valued for their intensity and complexity.

Prestigious Vineyards

The winery owns prestigious vineyards located in the Mendoza region:

  • Lujan de Cuyo: This area is famous for its high-quality 'Malbec' wines.
  • Valle de Uco: This region is known for its high-altitude vineyards, which give the wines a unique character.

These vineyards are complemented by other, lesser-known but equally high-quality plots in the Mendoza region.

Aging and Consumption Period

"Dominio del Plata" wines are produced to preserve natural fruitiness and freshness. Most white wines are consumed young, but some red wines have the potential to age.

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