Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Pisano “Río de los Pájaros” Reserve 2024
Progreso, Uruguay 🇺🇾

Overview
An impressive white out of 100% Torrontés grapes from the Pisano family estate, representing Uruguay’s Atlantic expression of this aromatic varietal. Subtle yet elegant, this wine redefines Torrontés with finesse rather than flamboyance.

Aromas & Flavors
Enticing florals, white jasmine, honeysuckle, and orange blossom, lifted by stone fruit and citrus zest. Notes of lychee and pear gently unfold as it opens in the glass.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with refreshing acidity and a rounded mid-palate. The texture is supple yet vibrant, giving a polished feel to a grape often known for exuberance. The finish is clean, layered, and persistent.

Food Pairings
Superb with ceviche, grilled shrimp, or Southeast Asian dishes with a touch of spice. Also delightful with goat cheese salads or simply enjoyed solo.

Verdict
A sophisticated take on Torrontés, aromatic yet balanced, expressive yet composed. A must-try example of Uruguay’s potential in white wines.Cheers!

Did You Know?
“Río de los Pájaros” translates to River of the Painted Birds, Uruguay’s poetic name derived from the native Guaraní language, a tribute to its natural beauty and rich biodiversity.
— 8 months ago

Jeff Barnett

9.0

Really super light and refreshing Chardonnay — 5 years ago

Kristin the Wine Girl

9.0

Bright vibrant young cherry acidity lights up the palate while the nose is enticed with dirty earthy cherries and a hint of teriyaki pork jerky. Worked very well as a marriage partner for my meaty cheesy lasagna. Cheers! — 6 years ago

Deiniol ap Dafydd

8.9

Well balanced & fine balance but fading fruit and colour. Drink now or yesterday — 6 years ago

Byron C Mayes

8.9

Star bright, near water clear straw gold. A bit of “stank” on the bosomy nose, that blows off to reveal lemon, citrus rind, and hay. Echoed on the palate with the lemon asserting itself more prominently back palate. Bright (medium) acidity. Medium full body (without obvious malolactic). Baked quince somehow managed to sneak into the finish. I’m enjoying mine with a rich fruit and cheese plate. Enjoy yours with same, or with white flesh fish, poultry with cream sauce, or salad greens with diverse veggies and nuts. — 8 years ago

Paul Scott

9.6

Nice dry red with a good tannin finish. Paired great with Llama steak and stuffed acorn squash. — 9 years ago

Marcela Baruch

Food/Wine Journalist, Sommelier

9.1

Great expression for a young wine from Progreso region in Uruguay. — 10 years ago

Nick Brandon

9.6

Inky crimson color, high opacity, tawny rim.

Mushroom, forest, petrichor, cinnamon as a matter olfactory.

Thick, medium to full bodied, light acid

Lots to consider with this varietal.
Green pepper, smoky peanut...like piles of dried leaves. — 2 years ago

Courtney Bo

8.9

Total wines — 4 years ago

Meghan Boyle

9.0

Love this wine! — 5 years ago

Anibal Gomez

9.0

This is a tannat grape wine, not cabernet sauvignon. I got the 2017 vintage and it was really splendid. Robust and well balanced with notes of wood and spices. — 6 years ago

Byron C Mayes

8.9

Dark red purple in the glass. Full nose of red currant, roses, and bell pepper. Full bodied palate echoes the nose and delivers juicy black fruit on top. Firm, fuzzy tannins (medium plus) and medium acidity round out this wine that screams for beef. Drink now or in the next five years (by 2023). — 8 years ago

Don Colley

9.0

Very smooth with deep rich Berry flavors — 9 years ago

Matthew Heyboer

9.5

Very happy with my wine purchase. Notes of sweet black cherry, it's really delightful, and lightly herby/floral on the nose with a bite of acidity

Initially it's very soft on the palate with undertones of cherry and blackberry. It's followed by a warm, rounded tannic body that continues to carry the cherry throughout. Ends very gently with a more berry/herby aftertaste with notes of unknown herbs — 2 years ago

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Fatima Jacobo

9.0

Strawberry scent, liquor smell, fortified wine smell, vanilla bean smell, oak, fruit roll up, very intriguing, makes for a very pleasant experience, savory. Long lingering finish, — 4 years ago

Byron C Mayes

8.9

Dark red with near black core. Blackberry, black cranberry, and a hint of birch on the nose. Full bodied palate echoes the nose adding firm tannins (natch) and medium plus acidity surrounded by lush fruit. Enjoy with beef dishes or hearty stews. Great intro to the variety. Drink now through 2028. — 5 years ago

Maddy Shakun

9.1

Puzzle wine — 6 years ago

Wine Travel eats

9.0

Dark, heavy tannins.
Ripe fruit
Wonderful example of the grape — 8 years ago

Nenad Kesin

9.0

On nose beautiful floral aromas, on palate black cherry, plums, dried herbs, and a bit peppery aftertaste. Thick, rich, meaty, powerful, extremely tannic and therefore somewhat unbalanced. Big full-bodied wine, I like it! — 8 years ago

david deal

9.0

really liked this blend of flavors of red and black fruits. a new favorite. will try just the varietal Tannat next. — 10 years ago