Which of the following statements about Torrantes is accurate according to the material?

• A. It is a white grape with a floral aroma and is slightly sweet
• B. It is a red grape with high tannins
• C. It is a white grape with dry finish
• D. It is a pink grape with citrus notes

Answer: (A)

Torrontés is an aromatic white grape from Argentina. Its defining feature is a pronounced floral perfume—think blossoms with vibrant citrus and stone-fruit notes. The wines are typically light to medium-bodied with bright acidity, and while many are dry, a number of examples show a touch of sweetness or an off-dry style that enhances the fruitiness. So describing Torrontés as a white grape with a floral aroma and being slightly sweet matches the material’s typical portrayal. It isn’t a red grape with high tannins, nor a pink grape with citrus notes, and while some styles can be dry, the floral aroma and gentle sweetness characteristic are the emphasis here.