Which region is renowned for high-acidity Torrontés and crisp whites?

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Which region is renowned for high-acidity Torrontés and crisp whites?

High-acidity Torrontés comes from cool, high-altitude vineyards. Cafayate in the Salta province sits at roughly 1,700–2,000 meters, where the sun is strong but nights stay cool. That diurnal swing helps the grapes retain acidity while developing the grape’s distinctive aromatic intensity, producing crisp, bright whites. Mendoza and San Juan are warmer and more famous for other styles, while Salta is the broader region, with Cafayate standing out for this crisp, high-acid Torrontés expression.

High-acidity Torrontés comes from cool, high-altitude vineyards. Cafayate in the Salta province sits at roughly 1,700–2,000 meters, where the sun is strong but nights stay cool. That diurnal swing helps the grapes retain acidity while developing the grape’s distinctive aromatic intensity, producing crisp, bright whites. Mendoza and San Juan are warmer and more famous for other styles, while Salta is the broader region, with Cafayate standing out for this crisp, high-acid Torrontés expression.

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