Wine Library / La Pradera Vineyard, Lost Draw Vineyard, Moonlight Vineyard

2022 Cinsaut – Texas High Plains
La Pradera Vineyard, Lost Draw Vineyard, Moonlight Vineyard
100% Cinsaut
- ABV
- 13.1%
- TA
- 5.04 g/L
- pH
- 3.88
- RS
- 0.14 g/L
- Cases Made
- 2027
- Drink
- Now to 2027
Tasting Notes
A pleasantly dusty nose with red licorice, strawberry fruit leather, ripe red fruit basket, dried spices that are chai-like, with a hint of dried mango. The palate is exotic and fruity, with great balance as long as it is lightly chilled. Just under medium-bodied, and great with food!
Winemaking
Variety: 100% Cinsaut
Fermented in stainless steel tanks for 12 days to preserve fruitiness. Aged in 100% neutral oak barrels for 18 months to reveal terroir.
ABV: 13.1% | pH: 3.88 | TA: 5.04 g/L | RS: 0.14 g/L
Serve lightly chilled at 52-55°F
Food Pairing
spiced meats like mutton, stew, pan-fried chicken thigh and Cajun rise with roux, and samosas.
The Vineyard
Vineyards: Moonlight Vineyard, La Pradera Vineyard, Lost Draw Vineyard
AVA: Texas High Plains
The Texas High Plains is the second largest designated grape-growing region in Texas, spanning 8 milliion acres, yet it is responsible for the majority of the wine grapes grown in the state. A rare set of growing conditions make this area unique. On the vast, flat plain, the vineyards reach elevations of 3,000 to 4,000 feet, resulting in very balanced wines.
Elevation: 3,000 - 4,000 ft
Soil Type: Brown clay-ey loam and reddish fine sandy loam with some limestone
Age of Vines: 8-17 years