Winemaker Notes
Anko means "high water" in the native Indian language of Salta, located in the northwest corner of Argentina. The vineyards are indeed an oasis amid the surrounding jagged, high desert landscape. Anko strives to achieve a terroir-driven Torrontés from Cafayate, Salta - a savory wine with minerals, white flowers, and citrus.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
This shows a lot more complexity than many other Torrontes on the nose with notes of kiwi, guava peel, spices, dried apricots, white stones and mango pie. Medium-bodied and textured with loads of clean, fleshy stone fruit, vibrant acidity and a peachy finish.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The floral, fresh and aromatic 2017 Anko Torrontés was produced with grapes from Cafayate, from 15-year-old vines on deep sandy soils. The destemmed grapes underwent a 12-hour cold soak, and the juice fermented with natural yeast without malolactic. It was bottled unoaked. This is winemaker Alejandro Sejanovich's favorite vintage he has done so far. This has the varietal character, but it's not overwhelming, and salinity and acidity that make it a lot more drinkable.
Rating: 90+
