Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Tannat – 2013; William Chris Vineyards; Hye, Texas

Wow! Being able to open a first estate grown Tannat is one thing but tasting it with your favorite hunk of protein is sheer joy!  This bold and deep colored red wine is better than black gold. Big plums and raspberries will grab your attention on the nose enticing you into tasting that initial sip. That first sip really grips that mouth feel well.  Even at just 8 years old, which can be kind of “old” for some Texas red wines, those blackberry flavors show no signs of diminishing. Those rich berry notes are complimented with a medium finish. The acids are hanging around moderate right now and some firm tannins are still holding up nicely.  If you want to do your own Texas Tannat verses the world, this might be a good choice. We loved this one. If you still have a bottle, savor and enjoy it!



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