Sourced from Pepper Jack Vineyards in the Texas High Plains
AVA, this 2020 Teroldego pours a very opaque, dark hue and immediately shows
off a rich, smooth feel. Full on raspberry and blackberry sensory sensations
lead the way, followed by a touch of pepper and a little bit of minerality.
Good acidity and moderate tannins keep the wine sipping experience happy,
making this a vivid Texas red wine to enjoy. Cheers!
This 2021 vintage of Adoration is a dry bubbly blend of 77%
Pinot Noir, 17% Chardonnay, 3% Pinot Meunier, 2% Pinot Gris, and 1% Pinot Blanc
that displays an enticing light pink hue on the first pour. Cherry and
raspberry notes lead the way, with a little strawberry for extra charm. Larger
bubbles give it a lively feel, while medium acidity keeps that good tantalizing
mouthfeel going. Overall, it makes a great afternoon sipper choice and a very
enjoyable sparkling wine. Cheers!
Sourced from Newsom Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA,
this 2020 Alicante Bouschet from clocks in at 15.3% ABV and brings plenty of
character to each glass pour. Cherries and plums are the first notes to greet
your wine senses, followed by a bit of leather. Bright acidity and good tannins
round things out nicely, giving this wine a well-balanced feel from start to
finish. Cheers!
This is one of the earlier wines from Blackmon Wines, and
this vintage red blend is still holding up quite nicely. Sourced from the Texas
Hill Country AVA, this blend of 60% Malbec, 35% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet
Sauvignon shows a garnet hue on that first pour, followed by raspberry and
black pepper right up front. After that first sip, it has a nearly full body
feel to it with notes of plum and cocoa coming through, complimented by good
acidity and just the right lingering touch of tannins for that “ahhh” moment. Being very well crafted, this wine could keep aging for a few more years. Cheers!
This lively Carménère wine, sourced from the Texas High
Plains AVA, has quite an inky appearance on that first pour followed by some
enticing aromas. Dark berry fruits take the lead right away, joined by a little
pepper, bright acidity, and just a touch of smoke to keep things interesting.
Medium bodied and full of lively character, this is one of those Texas reds
that feel worth every drop to savor. Cheers!
Have to say, this 12-year-old Texas Mourvèdre is both
surprising and impressive. Sourced from Lost Draw Vineyards in the Texas High
Plains AVA, it sits at 14.3% ABV and still has balance after all these years.
Moderate cranberry and cherry notes remain, joined by a touch of blackberry. A
hint of smoke leads into a lingering leather finish. This beauty is a strong
example of both single-vineyard Mourvèdre and how well this varietal in Texas
can age. Cheers!
This 2023 Riesling, sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA,
pours a delicate light yellow hue that catches the glass with a sunny glow. Off
dry in style, it opens with inviting floral aromas and lively fruit notes that quickly
brings citrus zest to your wine senses, followed by a touch of pear. Medium
acidity keeps things energetic, giving the wine a tantalizing feeling. Well
balanced, crisp, and pleasantly refreshing, this Riesling is a delightful treat
that feels just right for warm weather sipping or an easygoing afternoon pour.
Cheers!
