San Juan

**San Juan** is Argentina's second-largest wine province, sitting in the arid west just north of Mendoza at the foot of the Andes. **Wines & grapes** — It is known for Syrah, which thrives in the heat, along with Bonarda, Malbec, and the aromatic white grape Torrontés. The region also has a long tradition of table grapes and brandy production. **Character** — This is a hot, dry, high-altitude desert irrigated by Andean meltwater, yielding ripe, deeply coloured, full-bodied reds with soft tannins. Elevation and cool nights help retain some freshness. **Good to know** — San Juan is often cited as one of the warmer, more sun-baked corners of Argentine wine country.

Wines

• Alta Shiraz-Malbec — Callia
• Las Moras — Finca Las Moras
• Pedernal Valley Malbec Organic Wine — Pyros
• Terroir Selection Malbec Pedernal Valley — Don Tomas