Timber Coast Torrontes 2009
Timber Coast · Argentina
At a glance
- Producer
- Timber Coast
- Region
- Argentina
- Grape variety
- Torrontés
- Wine type
- White
- Body
- Medium-bodied and Fruity
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Typical price
- $10-$18 retail (estimated)
Tasting profile
Likely subdued floral and tropical notes (lychee, peach, citrus), with some tertiary honeyed or nutty development
Evolution: Diminishing primary fruit and floral aromas; gaining more mature notes such as dried fruits or slight oxidation
At peak: At peak, fresh and intensely aromatic with vibrant floral and tropical fruit character balanced by crisp acidity
Structure
- Acidity
- Moderate acidity, providing freshness but declining with age
- Tannins
- None to negligible, as typical of Torrontés varietal
- Alcohol
- Typically around 12.5-13.5%, integrated but becoming more noticeable with age
- Aging potential
- Limited; generally 3-7 years from vintage due to aromatic white style and moderate acidity
Drinking window
- Peak drinking
- 2011 to 2014
- Optimal window
- 2010 to 2016
- Current status
- Past optimal drinking window, best consumed soon if still in good condition
- Current condition
- Likely mature with some decline in primary aromatics and freshness; may show some oxidation or evolution; condition depends heavily on storage
Peak window (2011-2014) reflects optimal balance of fresh aromatic intensity and moderate evolution that adds complexity without loss of vibrancy. After 2014, aromatics and acidity decline making wine less lively and less enjoyable.
Food pairing
Pairs well with light seafood dishes, ceviche, grilled white fish, fresh salads with citrus vinaigrette, and mildly spiced Asian cuisine. When aged, pairs can broaden to richer seafood and lightly creamy sauces.
Serving
- Serving temperature
- 8-12°C (46-54°F)
- Decant
- Not required
Sustainability
Sustainability score: 5/10
No publicly available information on sustainability practices for Timber Coast
Due to limited public data on producer's sustainability efforts, assessment is neutral.