The 2010 Torrontes Reserva is sourced from Cafayate. It offers up a captivating nose of mineral, peach, mango, and pineapple, leading to a crisp, dry, impeccably balanced wine that will serve well as both an aperitif and with savory courses. Torrontes does not get much better than this. Drink this outstanding value over the next 12-18 months. Importer: Moet-Hennessey USA, New York, NY; tel. (212) 251-8329

Oily and tropical on the nose, with pungency and clarity. The palate is full, layered, plump and loaded with lychee, honeydew and green herb flavors. Provides good feel and just enough acidity to make for a long ending.——M.S.(10/1/2011)—— 88

Terrific aromatics jump from the glass, mouth-filling, long, and impeccably balanced.Importer: Moet Hennessy USA, New York, NY; www.mhusa.com

Aromas of buttercup, melon and lychee maintain their basic freshness but seem on the heavy side. The palate is similar; it’s both chalky and heavy. Flavors of apple, melon and nectarine are solid but slightly bitter, and the finish is grabby and sticky. ——M.S.(3/1/2011)—— 85