Grape: Torrontés

Origin: Mendoza, Argentina

Description: This enterprising white grape manages to combine the body of Chardonnay, the rose petal and peach of Muscat and the citrusy crispness of Sauvignon Blanc, all in one glass! Fast becoming Argentina’s signature white, Torrontés is best drunk young, but older folks like it, too.

Food pairing: Smoked meats, crab and mild to medium-strong cheese, as well as spicier fare like curry, ceviche and Thai cuisine.