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Cafayate, the most famous region within the Salta in Argentina, is situated within the Calchaquies Valley. The region is not only known for its exceptional wines produced in high-altitude locales, but also the spectacular mountain views that surround it and attract visitors. Grape-growing benefits from warm days and cool nights, plus melting runoff from the mountains and a decent amount of rainfall. Bordeaux oenologist  Michel Rolland is credited for bringing the spotlight to the region and promoting quality viticulture within it. 
 
Malbec is of course, the shining star of reds, along with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Tannat. Whites are produced most commonly with Torrontes, known for its perfumed aroma, fruity palette and refreshing, balanced acidity. Chardonnay is also grown here. 
 
– Description from Amanda Schuster

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Quara Cabernet Sauvignon Cafayate (2005)

Winery: Quara
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Table Wines
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JohnnyRocketts

great value - tastes of plum, blackberry and mint

Michel Torino Cuma Malbec (2009)

Winery: Michel Torino
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Malbec
Type: Table Wines
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enotheque

Cafayate in Salta provides a completely distinctive expression for Malbec. This one is herb heavy, with rocks and medium acidity to match the baked cherry/berry flavors.

Quara Torrontés Cafayate (2006)

Winery: Quara
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Torrontes
Type: Table Wines
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jenny35sew

Nice balance of fruit and acidity. Stands on its own too.

Doña Paula Torrontés Cafayate Estate (2010)

Winery: Dona Paula
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Torrontes
Type: Table Wines
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Argovino

Deep golden color and mild notes of lychee and mango in the bouquet herald a restrained wine with a delightfully clean finish; this is the varietal at its most dignified. Open at least half an hour before serving. (AV 89, http://argovino.com/?p=181)

Don David Reserve Tannat (2008)

Winery: Michel Torino
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Tannat
Type: Table Wines
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Dennis Lim

Strong, full body and full of character. Good wine!

Michel Torino Torrontés Cuma (2010)

Winery: Michel Torino
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines
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aronowm2

Succulent white peach and nectarine when you swirl it around in your mouth like mouthwash. Great fish wine. this one however has a subtle softness that reminds me of viognier.

Michel Torino Altimus (2010)

Winery: Michel Torino
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon , Malbec , Bonarda , Tannat , Syrah
Type: Table Wines
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Eric Guido

The nose showed intense dark fruits, spiced cookie and rosemary with an undercurrent of dusty stone and minerals. On the palate this was rich yet detailed and structured with flavors of ripe, dark fruits followed by hints of herbs and cranberry carryin...

Michel Torino Altimus (2010)

Winery: Michel Torino
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon , Malbec , Bonarda , Tannat , Syrah
Type: Table Wines
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Nicki Gig

very dark in color, dark berry notes on the nose with a bit of spice and lovely balanced with nice complexity

Yacochuya Malbec Cafayate San Pedro de Yacochuya (2006)

Winery: Yacochuya
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Malbec
Type: Table Wines
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FernandoCabada

Full bodied and well balanced. Red fruit and olives. What you smell is what you taste.

Luigi Bosca Torrontés Finca la Linda (2007)

Winery: Luigi Bosca
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Varietal: Torrontes
Type: Table Wines
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basilwino

Thicker and heavier than most. Very Heavy Sauv Blanc like characteristics. Aromas of Green apples and flowers. Long lasting finish and a sip goes a long way.

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Xavier Flouret Torrontés Cafayate Flaca
Winery: Xavier Flouret
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Green Chicken Curry

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Piattelli Torrontés Cafayate Premium
Winery: Piattelli
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Buffalo Chicken Tenders with Blue Cheese Coleslaw

There’s a lot of chopping and breading and frying involved with this recipe, given to us by Scott Youkilis of San Francisco’s Maverick restaurant, but we found the results to be well worth it. W... Read more »

Michel Torino Torrontés Don David Reserve
Winery: Michel Torino
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Hot Crab Dip

Call it deconstructed crab cakes if you will, but the addition of cornbread makes it much more than that. What to buy: Creole mustard has a great heat and works well in this recipe. Substitute D... Read more »

Piattelli Torrontés Cafayate Premium
Winery: Piattelli
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Jamaican Chicken Thighs

Reasonably priced chicken thighs make a Caribbean-accented meal when seasoned with classic island spices and sautéed. Serve alongside peaches tossed with lime juice or fresh pineapple with cilantro. Read more »

Trapiche Torrontés Cafayate Broquel
Winery: Trapiche
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Fried Chicken Bites

Perfect for a picnic, these spicy fried chicken nuggets are great dipped in honey mustard or blue cheese dressing. Read more »

Michel Torino Torrontes Cuma Organic
Winery: Michel Torino
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Mixed-Olive Tapenade

Tapenade, an olive spread native to the South of France, is a lesson in proportions: Too much olive and it overwhelms the other elements; too little and the result is lackluster. Here the olives ba... Read more »

Alta Vista Torrontés Premium
Winery: Alta Vista
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Purée with Orange and Thyme

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Xavier Flouret Torrontés Cafayate Flaca
Winery: Xavier Flouret
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Beer Can Chicken

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Luigi Bosca Torrontés Finca la Linda
Winery: Luigi Bosca
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Black Pepper–Manchego Cheese Puffs

Technically called gougères, these French cheese puffs are normally made by folding lots of Gruyère into choux pastry dough for fluffy, light, cheesy bites. We changed it up by using aged Manchego,... Read more »

Alta Vista Torrontés Cafayate Classic
Winery: Alta Vista
Region: Argentina » Salta » Cafayate
Type: Table Wines

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Barbecued Raspberry-Hoisin Chicken

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Varietals Produced in Cafayate View all

  • Cabernet Sauvignon

    “King of the Red Wine Grapes.” The colonizer of the vineyards, pushing native wine grapes into its shadows. The Caber...

  • Syrah

    The irony here is that Syrah’s origins could give Carmen Sandiego a run for her international wallet. Syrah’s deepest...

  • Chardonnay

    British wine writer and critic, Jancis Robinson, once noted that throughout the 80’s and 90’s in the United States, C...

  • Torrontes

    Torrontes is really three closely related grape varieties -- Torrontés Riojano, the most common, Torrontés Sanjuanino...

  • Malbec

    History of the grape: Some believe Malbec is named after a Hungarian peasant who spread plantings along the French co...

  • Tannat

    History of the grape: Tannat has been growing in southwest France for many centuries. The grape has the distinction o...

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