The 2008 Torrontes Reserva has a fragrant perfume of citrus, spring flowers, and pit fruits. On the palate the wine is dry with plenty of spicy fruit but is in need of a greater acid lift as the wine comes off as a bit soft. Drink it over the next 12-18 months. Importer: Lion Nathan; www.lionnathanusa.com

Plump in texture but only modest intensity to the grapefruit, floral and white peach flavors. Broad, slightly diffuse finish. Drink now. 500 cases imported.??–JM??Region: Argentina / Salta Select to Add

Talcum powder and distant green melon aromas open it up, while the palate falls flat and a touch bitter, with bland melon and lychee flavors. Seems to be fading as the pulse is weak. ——M.S.(12/1/2009)—— 82