Emotion – 2015; William Chris Vineyards; Hye, Texas

This very light-colored ruby red wine was probably never intended to sit this long in the cellar, but mysteries do happen. After all this time, it presents itself as light bodied with mild tannins. There is some definite loss of flavor over time, but it is holding up ok. One can still distinguish some strawberry and pepper notes with an ever so slight hint of cherry.  Surprisingly, some pomegranate stands out the most for this nine-year-old bottle. It is probably not fridge storage worthy if you have some left in the bottle, so enjoy every drop now. Cheers!

www.williamchriswines.com

Semillon – 2022; Parr Vineyards; Mason, Texas

Savor this wonderful estate Hill Country sourced fruit and relish the magical flavors that Mason County grapes can provide. Amber color, apple aromas, and tropical fruit notes...this all-round refreshing jewel is just filled with luscious mouthfeel to excite your senses. This white wine leans towards the bold side, so it is lovely on its own, but simply divine paired with your favorite fish, poultry, or vegetarian dish.  The acids balance out quite nicely, as well. Enjoy!

www.parrvineyards.com

Euphoria – NV; Heath Sparkling Wines; Fredericksburg, Texas

Aged 18 months via Sur Lie, this brut blend of 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir greets you with a zesty lemon scent and leaves you with a nice crispness. It pours a pale straw color with notes of pear and apricot.  Repeat the sipping experience again and you’ll notice some mango along with a touch of grapefruit in there, too. This sparkling wine is a satisfying treat to have any day, any time. Cheers!

www.heathsparkling.com

Merlot Grand Reserve – 2017; Robert Clay Vineyards; Mason, Texas

This is certainly one of the best estate Merlots Dan has crafted. Having been barrel aged for a whopping 52 months is a testament to his patience in wine making.  If you want the ultimate tasting experience, besides tasting at the winery, let this baby breathe for a good 90 minutes and try a few sips while you wait. Clocking in at 14.0 abv, this Mason County fruit boasts some mighty fine bright cherries and plums along with a touch of nutmeg and a bit of cola.  Swirl and sip then enjoy that rich red fruit followed by some beautiful Mason County earthiness.  This wine is well balanced and is drinking nicely now. Pair this special bottle with your favorite dish and know how it feels to live well. Cheers!

www.robertclayvineyards.com

Merlot – 2018; Adega Vinho Winery; Stonewall, Texas

There is nothing like sipping a great Merlot to help ease away the tensions of the day. Sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA, this lovely wine has a good balance of dark and red fruit. As you sip and enjoy it, you should discern notes of plums in this beauty. It has good acids along with a delightfully smooth mouthfeel to this gem. Relish this one with good food and great friends. Cheers!

www.adegavinho.com

Sagrantino Reserva – 2017; Messina Hof Winery; Bryan, Texas

This bold and tannic Italian red wine varietal shows great structure along with a rich luscious mouthfeel. Sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA, this bold wine pours an enticing dark ruby red color with notes of black fruit and some spice that provides a lovely bouquet.  Give it a few swirls and you might notice some plums and a hint of raisin. There is just a touch of black pepper in there for added depth along with medium plus acidity. This full-bodied delight is a great wine, so enjoy it well. Cin Cin!

www.messinahof.com

Whitetail – 2020; Limestone Terrace Vineyard; Wimberly, Texas

Sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA, this white blend of 34% Roussanne, 33% Trebbiano, and 33% Albariño really hits those high notes of aromatic sensation and mouthfeel bliss. It’s very well balanced, refreshing, and a hit to pair with savory food options. This medium bodied white wine jewel is wonderful on its own but does complement fish and fowl proteins and vegetable dishes wonderfully. Enjoy well!

www.limestoneterrace.com