2016 Tannat CM, Tallent Vineyards
Warm raspberry cobbler and roasted coffee beans waft out of the glass with subtle hints of cassis and dill. The palate delivers the uncanny impression of dark chocolate-covered cherries with a jolt of fresh-cracked black pepper, and Costa Rican cinnamon.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Tannat
Appellation
Texas Hill Country
Vineyard Designation
Tallent Vineyards
Aging
27 months in oak
Bottling Date
June 2019
Alcohol %
14.9
Wine Profile
Awards
Double Gold/Class Champion/Texas Class Champion – 2020 Houston Rodeo Uncorked!; Top of Class/Silver – 2020 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Wine Competition; Silver – 2020 San Francisco Chronicle
Vineyard Notes
Tallent Vineyards, nourished by Mason County's unique Hickory Sandstone aquifer, delivers Tannat grapes with complex aromatics, robust flavor, and luscious character.
Production Notes
Cryo-Maceration
Food Pairing Notes
This Tannat is a classic partner for grilled meats, game, and aged cheeses. Marinate a butterflied leg of lamb overnight with garlic, rosemary, soy sauce and olive oil. Grill it slowly over a wood fire to develop lots of chewy browned edges, keeping the thicker pieces rare while the thinner parts become more well done. It’s a savory match for this bold Tannat.
Production
147 cases