Matias Riccitelli

Torrontes 'Rio Negro'

Torrontes 'Rio Negro'

Torrontes Rio Negro Matias Riccitelli
  • 100% Torrontes
  • Mixture of clones (some more saline and some aromatic)
  • Sourced from two ungrafted, old-vine vineyards planted in the 1960s
  • Hand-harvested
  • 50% of the grapes see skin contact during fermentation
  • Sourced from long-term leased, VSP-trained vineyards in Patagonia’s Rio Negro subregion
  • Fermented and aged in clay amphorae for 8 months
  • Unfined and unfiltered

Info

Producer:
Matias Riccitelli
Vintage:
2019
Country:
Argentina
Region:
Patagonia
Appellation:
Rio Negro
Variety:
Torrontes
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle AR-RIC-31-19 12/750ml

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Press & Reviews

James Suckling
Score
94
Date
2023-03-01
"A unique, serious torrontes with plenty of yellow blossom and herbs. Orange peel and cloves. Full-bodied on the palate with plenty of tannins. An austere expression here with skin contact. Dry and deliciously chewy finish. Drink now or hold."
Wine Advocate
Score
92
Date
2019-10-31