White Syrah you say? Yes—white wine can be made from red
grapes. This crisp Syrah-based white is built for Texas summer heat, especially
when served well chilled. Sourced from Spiller Mine Vineyard in the Texas Hill
Country AVA, it opens with refreshing pineapple and lemon notes that bring a
cool, lively feel to the glass. Light-bodied and easy drinking, it is perfect
for relaxing on a fan-cooled porch and sipping all day. Peace!
Behold this NV Chardonnay - crafted with estate fruit and
showing plenty of charm from that first sip. Buttery notes lead the way
upfront, followed by bright citrus and apple flavors that keep the wine lively.
Well made, very food friendly, and complimented by good acidity, this top-notch
Chardonnay offers a very fine yet satisfying tasting experience that is ready
to pair with a favorite meal or enjoy on its own. Cheers!
Crafted from a mix of Tannat, Carignan, Mourvèdre, Petite
Sirah, Touriga Nacional, and Syrah, this 2019 Vintner’s Reserve from Pedernales
Cellars delivers a medium-bodied profile with plenty of satisfying character.
Blackberry and plum notes come out first, followed by a little blueberry on
subsequent sips. It finishes dry, with good tannins that bring that
mouth-smacking satisfaction, along with a touch of spice to round out the
tasting experience. Cheers!
This Rosé shows a darker style salmon hue on the first pour,
with notes of lively cherries and strawberries that get things going right
away. A gentle hibiscus floral note adds a nice lift, with some cranberry
coming through next to keep things lively and appealing. Light acidity and good
balance make this an easygoing, enjoyable rosé to savor all day. Cheers!
Coming in at 15% ABV, this well-known Portuguese varietal is
a smooth, and satisfying pleaser. Harvested from the Vinho Regional Alentejano,
it opens with inviting notes of raspberry, plum, and cherry to greet your wine
senses. Tobacco and a touch of herbs follow through, adding depth and character
to the tasting experience. Medium tannins and medium acidity keep everything
nicely balanced, while just enough oak rounds out the tasting experience. This
Touriga Nacional is a beauty worth savoring with every sip. Saúde!
No label, no problem! It happens sometimes, but with a
little process of elimination and good wine sense, the identity of this mighty
wine was revealed. Harvested from Tallent Vineyards in the Texas Hill Country
AVA, this Malbec pours a fairly opaque hue and opens with plum and cola aromas.
Sip and swirl to bring out raspberry and a touch of vanilla, adding to its
pleasing mouthfeel. The acidity is right on target for pairing with your
favorite meats, so dig in and enjoy!
Sourced from famous Granite Hill Vineyard in the Bell
Mountain AVA, this 2019 Merlot brings a medium-bodied profile with a smooth,
well-balanced feel from start to finish. Notes of plums and peppers lead the
way, followed by a good touch of earthiness for character. Altogether, it is an
easygoing Texas Merlot with plenty of charm. Savor every drop of this piece of
Texas wine history. Cheers!
Sourced from Dell Valley Vineyards, this Chardonnay delivers
some fine character from the first pour. Nice citrus aromas lead the way,
followed by a rich and creamy feeling that gives the wine plenty of pizzazz. It
definitely has a vibrant mouthfeel, bringing enough freshness and texture to
keep each sip lively and enjoyable. This is the kind of Chardonnay that puts a
big smile on your face and finishes with a long “ahh” moment. Cheers!
Crafted from a blend of 35% Grenache, 25% Tempranillo, 24%
Merlot, 12% Mourvèdre, and 4% Carignan, this vintage of Gypsum was sourced from
the Texas High Plains AVA and is still drinking decently after all these years.
It pours a ruby red hue and shows mostly cherry and raspberry notes sticking
aorund sticking around, with a little cranberry adding to the mix. Well rounded
with a light texture and soft feel, this wine offers an easygoing sipping
experience that continues to hold its charm. Cheers!
Sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA, this 2017 red wine
is crafted with equal parts of Aglianico, Dolcetto, Montepulciano, and
Sangiovese. It pours a translucent red hue, with black cherry and blackberry
notes taking the lead. Medium acidity is solid along with just a notch below
medium tannins to give it a smooth, easygoing feel, while a touch of vanilla
and spice shows up toward the finish to round things out. Cheers!
Sourced from Pepper Jack Vineyards in the Texas High Plains
AVA, this 2020 Teroldego pours a very opaque, dark hue and immediately shows
off a rich, smooth feel. Full on raspberry and blackberry sensory sensations
lead the way, followed by a touch of pepper and a little bit of minerality.
Good acidity and moderate tannins keep the wine sipping experience happy,
making this a vivid Texas red wine to enjoy. Cheers!
This 2021 vintage of Adoration is a dry bubbly blend of 77%
Pinot Noir, 17% Chardonnay, 3% Pinot Meunier, 2% Pinot Gris, and 1% Pinot Blanc
that displays an enticing light pink hue on the first pour. Cherry and
raspberry notes lead the way, with a little strawberry for extra charm. Larger
bubbles give it a lively feel, while medium acidity keeps that good tantalizing
mouthfeel going. Overall, it makes a great afternoon sipper choice and a very
enjoyable sparkling wine. Cheers!
Sourced from Newsom Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA,
this 2020 Alicante Bouschet from clocks in at 15.3% ABV and brings plenty of
character to each glass pour. Cherries and plums are the first notes to greet
your wine senses, followed by a bit of leather. Bright acidity and good tannins
round things out nicely, giving this wine a well-balanced feel from start to
finish. Cheers!
This is one of the earlier wines from Blackmon Wines, and
this vintage red blend is still holding up quite nicely. Sourced from the Texas
Hill Country AVA, this blend of 60% Malbec, 35% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet
Sauvignon shows a garnet hue on that first pour, followed by raspberry and
black pepper right up front. After that first sip, it has a nearly full body
feel to it with notes of plum and cocoa coming through, complimented by good
acidity and just the right lingering touch of tannins for that “ahhh” moment. Being very well crafted, this wine could keep aging for a few more years. Cheers!
This lively Carménère wine, sourced from the Texas High
Plains AVA, has quite an inky appearance on that first pour followed by some
enticing aromas. Dark berry fruits take the lead right away, joined by a little
pepper, bright acidity, and just a touch of smoke to keep things interesting.
Medium bodied and full of lively character, this is one of those Texas reds
that feel worth every drop to savor. Cheers!
Have to say, this 12-year-old Texas Mourvèdre is both
surprising and impressive. Sourced from Lost Draw Vineyards in the Texas High
Plains AVA, it sits at 14.3% ABV and still has balance after all these years.
Moderate cranberry and cherry notes remain, joined by a touch of blackberry. A
hint of smoke leads into a lingering leather finish. This beauty is a strong
example of both single-vineyard Mourvèdre and how well this varietal in Texas
can age. Cheers!
This 2023 Riesling, sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA,
pours a delicate light yellow hue that catches the glass with a sunny glow. Off
dry in style, it opens with inviting floral aromas and lively fruit notes that quickly
brings citrus zest to your wine senses, followed by a touch of pear. Medium
acidity keeps things energetic, giving the wine a tantalizing feeling. Well
balanced, crisp, and pleasantly refreshing, this Riesling is a delightful treat
that feels just right for warm weather sipping or an easygoing afternoon pour.
Cheers!
What a pleasure it is to have this Estate Rosé! Crafted from
estate-grown Mourvèdre and Tempranillo fruit, this bad boy underwent full
malolactic fermentation to yield a well rounded chilled glass of wine to savor.
Nice floral sensations come out at first that lead to lots of cherry and
strawberry notes, with a little bit of melon tucked in there for extra
character. A good balance of acidity keeps everything lively and refreshing
from start to finish, as well. It is definitely an all day wine affair to enjoy
well. Cheers!
Sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA, this decade old
Mourvèdre is drinking really well right now. The color has changed only
slightly, while the fruit sensations still have a respectable presence,
bringing inviting notes of strawberry and black cherry to each sip. Holding in
at medium-bodied, it offers a great mouthfeel with wonderfully silky tannins
that make each drink smooth and enjoyable. Cheers!
This vintage of Syrah is crafted from estate fruit of the
Texas Hill Country AVA and blended with 93% Syrah and 7% Petite Sirah. Even
after all these years, it still maintains a deep ruby red color and carries a
bold feel in the glass. The wine is very smooth on the palate, with a touch of
tobacco adding a bit of extra character to the overall experience. Cheers!
