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WINES OF ARGENTINA
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Tilia
Mendoza Province
Made at Bodegas Esmeralda, Tilia has been handcrafted to demonstrate true varietal character. The brand
is named after the Tilia (Linden) tree commonly found throughout Argentina’s wine country. Vineyard
workers often make tea from the flowers of this tree and enjoy time sitting in the shade after a hard
day’s work. These wines are a tribute to those workers and to the Argentinean way of living life to the
fullest, enjoying every moment and relaxing in the natural environment the land provides. These inviting
selections are approachable, affordable, and filled with layers of flavor.
Tilia Torrontés
Torrontés is indigenous to Argentina and has a unique profile that has quickly made it the country’s
signature white grape. The high-altitude vineyard in the Salta Province, where the 100 percent Tilia
Torrontés grapes are sourced sits at an incredibly high 5,500 feet above sea level. The nose offers
aromatic notes white flower and citrus fruits. On the palate, fresh flavors of white peach and lemon give
way to grapefruit, Mirabelle plum, and fennel. It finishes with a refreshingly bright acidity.
2014:
89 WA |
2013:
88 WA |
2012:
89 WA |
2011:
90 WA
Tilia Chardonnay
The grapes for this Chardonnay were sourced from vineyards sites in the Eastern and Southern regions,
with elevations ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 feet. Golden yellow in color, the Tilia Chardonnay has aromas
of ripe citrus fruits with subtle floral notes and a touch of vanilla, a contribution made by the oak barrels
in which this wine is briefly aged. On the palate, the wine has flavors of pear and tropical fruits with hints
of vanilla and spice on the finish. The finish is clean and bright.
Tilia Bonarda
The Bonarda grapes in Argentina are not the same as the Bonarda grapes in Italy. They are in fact the
same grapes known as Douce Noire in France and Charbono in California. Bonarda has become, along
with Malbec, one of the signature reds of Argentina. The grapes for this wine come from the El Mirador
vineyard in the Eastern region of Mendoza. The soil and climate there offer a perfect atmosphere for
growing Bonarda. Ripe dark fruit aromas with hints of violet and anise give way to a juicy wine with black
raspberry and black plum flavors, along with notes of black pepper. The finish is soft with velvety tannins.
2014:
88 WA, WE Best Buy |
2013:
90 W&S Best Buy, 89 WA |
2012:
89 WA