Sunday, April 5, 2026

Montepulciano – 2016; Perissos Vineyard and Winery; Burnet, Texas

Opening up this wine, aged nearly ten years, is sure to excite your tastebuds. Sourced from the Oswald Family Vineyard in the Texas High Plains AVA, the aroma is bright with cherries and strawberries. Take a light sip and you’ll pick up on a bit of leather, as well. The wine has a good balance between acidity and minerality plus a moderate finish to round things out. Sip and repeat and you’ll be even more satisfied. Cheers!


www.perissosvineyards.com

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Sauvignon Blanc (Fumé Blanc) – 2021; Grgich Hills Estate; St Helena, California

This Napa Valley estate-grown wine shines with an aromatic profile and a stunning golden yellow hue. Oak aging adds a touch of vanilla to complement the vibrant acidity and good minerality. The wine opens with a bit of phenolic sensation, followed by tropical fruits, lemongrass, and a subtle hint of herbs. This really energizes that tantalizing and zesty palate feel. A long finish rounds out the experience, leaving lingering impressions of freshness to complement the wine’s lively character. Cheers!


www.grgich.com

Monday, March 30, 2026

Sauvignon Blanc – 2023; Adega Vinho Winery; Stonewall, Texas

Yes! This is some mighty fine Sauvignon Blanc is one to try for sure. Sourced from the increasingly noteworthy Dell Valley Vineyards Hudspeth County, the wine presents a big aromatic profile featuring prominent notes of peach and lemon, complemented by subtle hints of pear and some jasmine. It offers medium acidity and notable minerality, too - quite refreshing to relish all day. Savor this one well. Cheers!


www.adegavinho.com

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Marry Me…Again – 2019; Parr Vineyards; Mason, Texas

The Hickory Sands has done wonders for this wine as well as honor the story behind the label name. If happiness is your game, then you’ll be extra pleased with this Touriga/Mourvèdre red blend. Aged and fermented in large French oak vats for about two and a half years has been a blessing to this jewel. Expect initial notes of dark fruit and elegant floral aromas, followed by a hint of spice as you take your first sip.  There is some spice up front on that first sip followed by good acids and a touch of vanilla.  Let’s mark this beauty at medium bodied for this six year old bottle and a big “cheer” all around!


www.parrvineyards.com

Monday, March 23, 2026

Aglianico – 2021; Pebble Rock Cellars; Johnson City, Texas

Sourced from Pepper Jack Vineyards of the Texas High Plains AVA and aged for 19 months in oak, this wine delivers on vibrant cherry and plum notes. The profile is also highlighted by hints of spice and pepper, creating a delightful tasting experience. With a dry style and medium acidity, this wine offers just the right balance of tannins to complement its fruit-forward character, making it both expressive and well- presented. Cheers!


www.pebblerockcellars.wine

Friday, March 20, 2026

Grenache – 2023; William Chris Vineyards; Hye, Texas

Sitting in at 14.6 abv, this fine Grenache really hits the spot with a satisfying experience. Harvested from Vintage Press Vineyard of the Texas Hill Country AVA, it has some good fruit forwardness and zesty sensation for this medium bodied beast. Blackberry and raspberry notes are the main sensations to excite you with this wine followed by some subtle tobacco afterwards. The wine’s light red, translucent hue is visually appealing when poured in sunlight, too. With low tannins, this wine is definitely a one session enjoyer for sure. Cheers!


www.williamchriswines.com

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Petite Sirah – 2020; French Connection Wines; Hye, Texas

A single vineyard-sourced varietal provides an excellent opportunity to appreciate both the winemaker's skill and the distinctive terroir of the vineyard. Harvested from La Pradera Vineyards of the Texas High Plains AVA, this beauty reveals some intense and enticing blackberry notes complimented with plums along with pepper and spicy sensations. And yes, that little darker than normal color is just an added bonus to your sipping experience. The wine also reveals some good acids and bold tannins to add to its fine structure. It can definitely age a bit longer, so no shame in keeping a few bottles tucked away for another day. Santé!


www.frenchconnectionhye.com