What 2011 did for Texas wine was a) create
fruit with great concentrated flavors and b) create an opportunity for longer
age worthy reds. For those that may have
been preaching, “water less yields better quality grapes” beforehand, 2011 was
the opportunity to put that practice to the test during the great drought year.
This blend of Mourvèdre 56%, Tempranillo 26%, Cabernet Sauvignon 9%, Cabernet
Franc 9% is still retaining some good acids and great flavors. It’s moderately
dark red color pours like a Mourvèdre and the notes and profiles still touch
just about every fruit flavor in just the right proportions. It has a medium
mouthfeel and good minerality that rounds out a fantastic sipping session. How are the tannins you ask? Well, still
holding up well for a very pleasant finish. Keep holding, because this great
balanced red blend still has more to show in the years to come. Cheers!
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