Refosco – 2020; Vivac Winery; Dixon, New Mexico

Wow! This mighty red wine is quite delicious and full of great character. It has 15% Cabernet Franc added to it for some extra depth. Decant for about 45 minutes and what you get are evolving and intense floral notes of dark berry fruit and some beautiful currant. Sip and swirl and savor that touch of herbal sensation, as well. Acidity is on the mild side and a velvety texture unfolds after a bit of time. It is a well-made bold red wine that you may not come across often, but is well worth enjoying. Cheers!

www.vivacwinery.com

TX-BDX – 2019; Reddy Vineyards; Brownfield, Texas

This Texas High Pains estate fruit is a pretty darn good take on a right bank Bordeaux style wine. It is a blend of Merlot 71%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 7%, Malbec 6%, and Petit Verdot 6% with a satisfying balance of red fruit.  Cherry and white pepper will come out the most on your wine sensors along with a touch of spice and oak. You can definitely pair this smooth red wine with a quality meal, but go bold and just savor the bottle on its own. Cheers!

www.reddyvineyards.com

Sagrantino – 2019; Pebble Rock Cellars; Johnson City, Texas

Racing in at 15.2 abv, this high alcohol wine seems fairly well integrated with the overall tasting profile. The Narra Vineyards sourced fruit pours a dark ruby hue and will reach out to your aroma senses with notes of cherries and fig. The tannins are about medium and there is a little bit of spice in there, as well. It is a very well balanced wine that you should savor well. Salute!

www.pebblerockcellars.wine

Norteno – 2019; Saba Winery; Mason, Texas

There is some sadness yet joy when you get to try a bottle from a winery that is no more. This blend of Tempranillo, Sangiovese and Alicante Bouschet was one of the first releases (extra special treat) from the winery. Sourced from Tad Daniel Vineyards of the Texas High Plains AVA, you’ll want to let this one breathe for a good hour to experience full enjoyment. Sip it too early, and you might not get what you expected. It pours semi opaque and has fruity aromas of blackberries and ripe cherries. It has softer tannins and light acidity along with a bit of spice. It’s probably not meant for long term aging, so definitely drink now and enjoy well with a good protein feast. Cheers!

PST – 2018; Adega Vinho Winery; Stonewall, Texas

Behold, the mighty PST beast! Sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA, this rich blend of 66% Petite Sirah, and 34% Tempranillo explodes with rich cherries followed by some luscious raspberries.  Add to that some blackberries for appeal and you have one mouth savoring wine. There is a touch of spice in there along with a very nice after feeling. Keep sipping and enjoying this incredibly smooth wine and rejoice that next big juicy meaty pairing. Cheers!

www.adegavinho.com

Montepulciano – 2020 – Uplift Vineyard; Burnet, Texas

Everything that is magical about Hill Country fruit can be enjoyed in this bottle. Clocking in at 14.5 abv, this bold red wine of the Texas Hill Country AVA is expressing a lot of dark fruit notes and rich berries. It’s smooth, flavorful, and oh so enjoyable. Add to all that the great tannins towards the end and you have a fabulous finish to this wine. With well balanced acids and a lip-smacking smile, you will surely not be disappointed with this jewel. Simply beautiful wine to enjoy right now. Cheers!

www.upliftvineyard.com