2017 Tannat, Newsom Vineyards
"Cherry is always the dominating flavor," says winemaker Greg Stokes. Robust with a great nose. Age-worthy. A fine example of the excellent 2017 vintage in Texas.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Tannat
Appellation
Texas High Plains
Vineyard Designation
Newsom Vineyard
Aging
29 months in oak
Alcohol %
15
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Cola, earthy cocoa, vanilla, dark chocolate-covered black cherry, white pepper, chewy tannins, roasted beet, pipe tobacco, sun-dried tomato, cardamom
Awards
Winner – 2021 Texas Vintners Cup Wine Competition; Gold – 2021 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition; Silver – 2020 Lone Star International Wine Competition; Silver/82 points – 2021 London Wine Competition; Silver – 2021 TEXSOM International Wine Awards
Winemaker Notes
Cryo-Maceration and Flash Détente technology
Food Pairing Notes
Pot roast, macaroni and smoked Gouda, bacon-wrapped prunes, venison braised in Tannat, curry-roasted carrots, beets with mint and balsamic vinegar, pancetta and parmesan Brussels sprouts
Production
298 cases produced