Sunday, June 6, 2021

Estate Red – 2017; Lewis Wines; Johnson City, Texas

It has been a treat watching these estate vines mature since they were planted in 2014.  It only adds to the anticipation of sipping the wine from that labor of love. This 2017 red blend of 43% Alicante Bouschet, 27% Tannat, 17% Touriga National, 13% Tinta Cao certainly expresses the quality of the estate fruit and great winemaking skills of this talented young team.  Upon the first pour, those bright fruit aromas are quite inviting along with a touch of black pepper. After a sip or two, bright acids enveloped every aspect of your mouth followed by cacao and spices. The blend is quite well balanced, and the lingering finish is equally enticing. Step up and be bold, this is a rare jewel to behold and enjoy. Cheers!



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