2021 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 10% Petit Verdot
Made in harmony for your favorite steak or duck pairing, this Cabernet Sauvignon blend has a complex bouquet of cassis, black cherry jam and clove. Upon your first sip, you are greeted with rich, integrated tannins and a supple velvety finish.
Pairings:
Braised Lamb Shoulder
Roasted Duck
Comté cheese
Vintage:
The 2021 vintage in Texas was an increasingly difficult year for our farmers, yet the result produced exceptional wines. Starting at the beginning of our growing season with an unprecedented snowstorm, the remaining part of the year was filled with harsh and unexpected weather patterns. Yields across all regions of the state were troubled with hail, disease pressures, and drastic plumets in temperature, resulting in smaller than a smaller than normal crop. For the vineyards that were able to produce, the quality was outstanding. Lower than normal temperatures throughout the picking season allowed for grapes to hang longer on the vine, increasing concentration and phenolic development. We are beyond pleased with the wines being produced in the 2021 vintage.
Vineyards:
Most of this wine comes from Tallent Vineyards in Mason, Texas in the proposed Hickory Sands AVA. Mason County is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after regions in Texas for grape growing with its unique micro-climate and deeply expressive terroir.
Technical Details:
Aged for 36 months in 30% New French Oak, 70% Neutral Oak
Bottled January 21st, 2024; 676 cases produced.
14.3% ABV