Our 2019 Alicante Bouschet once again is the go-to wine to pair with the rich dishes we all enjoy during the cooler months here in Texas. Notes of blackberry pie with smoky oak undertones fill the glass. Rich and jammy in taste with some restrained white pepper and balanced tannins, this wine will pair well with herbed pork tenderloin with a pomegranate reduction sauce and all the fixings.

After aging for nearly 3 years in American and French oak barrels, the 2019 Merlot is ready for its debut. This wine has revealed bright strawberry preserves, cola, and figs on the nose. Its medium body and angular acidity are complemented by flavors of mocha, spice, and dark berries. Fall is in sight and this wine, a favorite of our cellar crew, would settle nicely with some shepherd’s pie or warm goat cheese and bread.

Montepulciano (we call it Monte for brevity) has shown itself to be a solid and consistent wine grape grown here in Texas throughout the years. As one of the principal grapes in Italian wines from Tuscany, it naturally pairs with many cuisines - Italian dishes are an obvious choice. The earthy and jammy berry nose gains complexity as it sits in the glass and breathes, which reveals subtle notes of licorice, rose petals, and leather. It’s a smooth sipper with rich, velvety tannins with flavors of coffee and toasted almonds from time aging in French oak. Although excellent now, our winemaker thinks it still hasn’t reached its peak in bottle yet and will benefit from further aging if you can resist opening it.

Our 2019 Sangiovese, from the High Plains of Texas, is another one of the Italian-derived varietals found to flourish here. The main grape in many Chianti wines, it exhibits velvety tannins framed by sweet candied cherry and cocoa with thirst-quenching acidity. Its medium body lends itself to sipping on its own or with dishes like cedar plank grilled salmon or aged cheeses.

Our 2019 Texas Tannat was fermented in small lots to extract the deep color this grape naturally exhibits. Aromas of dried cherry and cocoa powder mingle with cedar in the background. Lighter in body than is typical, the playful acidity is balanced nicely with flavors of jammy berries and rubbed sage, finishing with a touch of mocha from aging in French and Hungarian oak. It will pair nicely with roasted poultry or hearty vegetarian dishes such as ratatouille.

Indulge in the captivating flavors of the 2020 Tempranillo, a wine that brings together a perfect blend of aromas, texture, and finish. On the nose, it presents a delightful and intriguing bouquet of black cherry liqueur, sweet coconut, dusty dark chocolate, pink peppercorn, and clove - reminiscent of a dark chocolate almond joy. The body is full, with complex and perfectly balanced tannins that leave a lasting impression on the palate, resulting in a long and satisfying finish. The wine is bursting with flavors of mixed berry coulis, sweet pipe tobacco, and a touch of savory herbs, including bay and sage. The jammy berry taste perfectly complements the wine's full-bodied character.

Experience the unique and invigorating taste of the 2021 Mixtape, where a diverse selection of flavors and textures harmoniously come together. On the nose, take pleasure in the bright and refreshing notes of candied cranberry, caramel red apple, and fresh plum, with a hint of rustic earthiness. Its light and smooth body with gentle tannins is paired with a spiced finish, elevating your palate with a variety of flavors, including fruit punch, sweet oak, cherry pie, toasted bread, and a touch of anise. It's an excellent pairing for grilled meats, meatballs and spaghetti, or even enjoyed alone. Savor every sip of this exceptional blend, which expertly combines the perfect amount of fruitiness and spice, leaving a lasting impression with every glass.

In 2019, we took a different approach with the Needy Bitch. Instead of picking from a single block in the Bell Springs Vineyard, we used grapes from four separate blocks in order to craft a red blend that is greater than the sum of its parts.

The final blend is comprised of Tannat, Montepulciano, Merlot, Sangiovese. The initial impressions of this wine are bramble berries with a hint of violet. The pinkish purple color suggests spice, and that's correct: The wine builds on the bramble berry notes with plum and a trace of pepper. The rich tannins give the mouthfeel a visceral depth that is pleasant and satisfying. It finishes with a lingering, smooth aftertaste that will have you sipping your way through glass after glass.