90 Plus Torrontes

90 Plus Torrontes is a white wine from Esplanda, listed with a Massachusetts appellation. The name points to Torrontés, a grape known for one of the most aromatic profiles among white varieties. Wines in this style usually open with a loud nose of white peach, orange blossom, rose petal and lychee, with a hint of citrus zest. Because the grape smells so sweet and floral, the palate often surprises people by coming in dry to off-dry, light to medium in body, with moderate to crisp acidity and almost no tannin. Expect little or no oak influence, since the style depends on fresh aromatics. The finish typically runs short to medium and can carry a faintly bitter grapefruit-pith edge that keeps the perfume from turning cloying. That aromatic intensity decides how to use the bottle. Serve it well chilled, around 7 to 10°C (45 to 50°F), which keeps the acidity bright and stops the floral notes from going heavy as the glass warms. Decanting isn't needed. Pour it straight from the bottle into a standard white wine glass, or a slightly tapered aromatic-white glass if you have one, so the perfume collects at the rim. Pair it with food that can stand up to its fragrance. Thai green curry, Vietnamese summer rolls, ceviche, grilled shrimp with lime, and chicken tagine with preserved lemon all work well, as do mild, creamy cheeses such as fresh goat cheese or burrata. Fresh herbs like cilantro, mint and basil suit the grape's floral side, and moderate chili heat is softened by the wine's fruit. Heavy cream sauces and strongly smoked meats tend to flatten it. Treat this as a drink-now white. Aromatic wines like this are usually at their best within a year or two of release, while the perfume is vivid, and there is no indication here that the bottle is meant for cellaring. Keep it cold, drink it young, and it should show its best.