When Cava is in the house, it’s time to rejoice! This lively
bubbly is a blend of 40% Xarel-lo, 30% Macabeo, and 30% Parellada. It pours a
pale lemon color and brings fresh pear and apple notes, medium sized bubbles,
and a light, crisp feel. With a medium body feel, bright acidity, and a
refreshing finish, it’s an easy one to enjoy. ¡Salud!
So, how is this 15-year-old bottle of Texas red wine holding
up? Better than expected! Longtime Texas wine fans will remember 2011 as a
brutally hot, drought-stricken vintage with little relief in sight. Harvested
from Limestone Terrace Vineyard near Wimberley, Texas, this survivor now tastes
smoother than in earlier samplings, with cherry notes still hanging on. Most of
the fruit profile has mellowed out, but the wine still remains enjoyable. The
acidity feels less intense than before, and the color has changed only
modestly. You could still cellar it a bit longer, but drink it now if you want to
catch the remaining fruit flavors. Cin Cin!
Crafted from estate-grown fruit of the Texas Hill Country
AVA, this wine pours a deep straw color and opens with inviting notes of
lemongrass, peach, apricot, and a touch of melon. Medium acidity gives the wine
a lively poise, while its spot-on mid-palate feel adds to a satisfying feel. A
distinct minerality reflects the vineyard’s character, carrying through to a
very satisfying finish. Cheers!
Ahh… for those who know this place, enjoying any wine from
the oldest winery in the Americas is always a special treat. This Rosé vintage
was crafted from Shiraz and pours a pale pink color. It opens with a gentle
floral touch before notes of berries, peaches, and strawberries come racing for
your wine senses. Medium acidity keeps it lively, while its refreshing style
makes each sip a savory fulfillment. You just won’t be able to get enough
satisfaction from this one. ¡Salud!
What an extra special treat to have! This Estate Rosé is a
bright, refreshing treat in the glass for everyday enjoyment. Crafted from
estate-grown Mourvèdre and Touriga in the Texas Hill Country AVA, this
co-fermented cuvée-style blend opens clean and easy, with some melon notes
leading into fresh strawberry. Lively, light, and wonderfully delicious, it is
the kind of rosé-style pour that feels right at home on a sunny afternoon. Cheers!
This ultra-brut Sparkling Grenache, crafted in the
traditional method using Texas High Plains AVA fruit, offers elegant bubbles
and a crisp, refreshing character. Strawberry and melon flavors lead the way,
while a subtle touch of sage adds a nice accent. Its lively profile carries
through to a pleasant medium finish, making it a super-fine and enjoyable
sparkling wine. Cheers!
This Barbera is quite fruity, floral, and luscious from the
first sip. Plenty of cherry notes lead the way, supported by smooth texture and
bright acidity that keep the wine lively. A subtle touch of leather adds extra
character, making this a pleasing and enjoyable sipper from start to finish. Cheers!
