Bodega El Esteco

Old Vines 1958 Criolla White Blend

9.01 ratings
-no pro ratings
Cafayate, Salta, Northwestern Provinces, Argentina
White Blend
Chicken, Turkey, Duck, Goose, Squash & Root Vegetables, Pork, Mushrooms, Shellfish, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Manchego & Parmesan, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Phillip Marmolejo

Correction: red; not a white blend.

Very pale ruby at its core with noticeable bricking along the rim even though it's a fairly young wine.

Served chilled. Pronounced herbaceous nature alongside a basket of red fruits. A much more complex nose than the color would've led me to believe. Tannins are noticeable, but not pronounced. Overall, it's a unique wine and the perfect, bolder alternative to a light, acidic white in the summertime

Correction: red; not a white blend.

Very pale ruby at its core with noticeable bricking along the rim even though it's a fairly young wine.

Served chilled. Pronounced herbaceous nature alongside a basket of red fruits. A much more complex nose than the color would've led me to believe. Tannins are noticeable, but not pronounced. Overall, it's a unique wine and the perfect, bolder alternative to a light, acidic white in the summertime

Jun 26th, 2023