Tamari’s new releases include one white wine, the 2010 Torrontes Reserva. Fermented and aged in stainless steel, it offers up a fragrant perfume of peach, mango, pineapple, and a hint of mineral. Crisp, just off-dry, and nicely balanced, it will serve well as an aperitif on a hot summer day. Drink it over the next 12-18 months. Importer: Terlato Wines International, Lake Bluff, IL; tel. (847) 604-5752

Light, clean aromas of melon and vanilla are pleasant and don’t overpower. The palate is lucid and medium in weight, with green melon and ripe apple flavors. Lime and green apple carry the finish. Works well; drink immediately. ——M.S.(5/1/2011)—— 87

Racy, crisp, elegantly styled Torrontes; good balance and depth of flavor, lengthy finish.

Clean, light, tropical aromas draw you in, and there’s also some tangerine and melon on the nose. The palate is fresh and pure, with honeydew, kiwi and lychee flavors. There’s no excess here, and thus the dry, melony finish is just right. A correct and appealing Torrontes.——M.S.(5/1/2010)—— 88