Friday, July 17, 2026

Peters Prairie Barbera Rosé – 2024; Fly Gap Winery; Mason, Texas

Get a load of this mighty creation!  Harvested from Peter’s Prairie Vineyard of the Texas Hill Country AVA, this Barbera-based Rosé is spot on for a perfect warm weather season pairing. Unfiltered and naturally hazy, it bursts with bright acidity and enticing notes of cherry and strawberry, finished with a playful touch of spice. Wow, right? Crisp, refreshing, and a satisfying mouthfeel, there is nothing wrong with savoring this bad-ass beast for an all-day Rosé indulgent. Cheers!


www.flygapwinery.com

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

La Cuvee du Manoir – 2012; Calais Winery; Hye, Texas

Couldn’t resist opening this 14-year-old Tempranillo to see how it was holding up. Sourced from Newsom Vineyards of the Texas High Plains AVA, it really benefits from about 90 minutes in the decanter. Clocking in at 14.5% ABV, the acidity is still going strong, and the plum and cherry notes are still respectfully present. The color is starting to show a little age, but not nearly as much as you might expect. There’s also a bit of smoke and spice after that first sip, and the finish is oh so fine. This vintage still has plenty of life left and is a real pleasure to drink. And the best part? There’s also a reserve version from the same year to try later, so stay tuned. Santé!


www.calaiswinery.com

Sunday, July 12, 2026

Celebration – 2019; Parr Vineyards; Mason, Texas

This Mourvèdre is a fun one for any celebration. Made from estate fruit of the future Hickory Sands AVA and clocking in at a respectable 14.8% ABV, it brings plenty of satisfying flavor without going over the top. Notes of rich cherries and plums are the first to wake up your wine senses followed by a little nutmeg spice, and just enough dark chocolate to keep things interesting. It is medium-bodied, smooth, and has just enough tannins for a delightful finish. Basically, the kind of red wine you keep going back to. Cheers!


www.parrvineyards.com

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Valserrano Reserva – 2010; Bodegas y Viñedos de la Marquesa; Rioja Alavesa, Spain

This Rioja blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano shows off a light garnet hue with moderate red berry notes that are still intact after nearly 16 years. On the palate, it offers a lively mouthfeel, medium acidity, and a long, lingering finish, with subtle leather and earthy undertones adding depth and structure. This wine is still drinking really well for its age and could easily cellar for a few more years. For the best experience of this mighty red beast, decant for about 90 minutes before serving. ¡Salud!


www.valserrano.com

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Marsanne – 2023; Perissos Vineyard & Winery; Burnet, Texas

Sourced from One Way Vineyard in the Texas High Plains AVA, this classic Rhône varietal is highly aromatic, opening with notes of lemon and herbs to help wake up your wine sensory attention. Whether half full or half empty, the Marsanne shows an appealing pale straw color against the sunlight that’s quite eye appealing. For that first sip, it offers noticeable minerality, medium acidity, and a subtle hint of oak that adds extra character. Overall, it is a refreshing, easy-drinking wine that is especially enjoyable on a warm day. Cheers!


www.perissosvineyards.com

Sunday, July 5, 2026

Kuhlmanation Estate White – 2023; Kuhlman Cellars; Stonewall, Texas

This HWY 290 estate white wine of the Texas Hill Country AVA, a blend of 77% Marsanne and 23% Roussanne, shows off a light golden hue and opens with strong aromas of sage and papaya. Sip and swirl and relish those additional notes of pear and jasmine that add a little bit of elegance to your wine tasting session. You’ll definitely fall in love with its refreshing character and notice that it has just the right acidity to help tantalize that mouthwatering feel. The wine finishes with lingering tropical sensations, making it a vibrant and satisfying white to enjoy. Santé!


www.heathfamilybrands.com/k-estate

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Newburg Vineyards Estate Cuvee – 2023; Brennan Vinyards; Comanche, Texas

This estate white wine blend of Viognier and Sémillon displays a pale straw hue and will impress your wine senses with initial notes of tropical sensations. It also offers rich notes of apricot and lemon with a satisfying mouthfeel sensation. A subtle hint of vanilla lingers through the finish, adding just enough character to round out this fresh, well-composed white. Cheers!


www.brennanvineyards.com