Wine Library Gilliam Gap Vineyard, Hunter Vineyard
2016 Hunter
75% Merlot, 25% Malbec
- Vintage2016
- TypeRed
- AppellationTexas High Plains AVA
- VineyardGilliam Gap Vineyard, Hunter Vineyard
- DrinkDrink now to 2027
When to drink it
Drinking at its peak - decant recommendedDrink now to 2027
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Drinking at its peak - decant recommendedDrinking well - decantEnjoy with food - no decantWell past peakBest for cooking
Last tasted April 2025, from bottles kept at 58 to 59°F and out of the light. A bottle stored warmer will be further along than this.
- ABV
- 13.4%
- TA
- 6.6 g/L
- pH
- 3.69
- RS
- 0.0 g/L
- Cases Made
- 1,106
Winemaking
75% Merlot, 25% Malbec
Aged in 20% new French oak, and 80% neutral oak barrels for 20 months.
Alcohol: 13.4% | pH: 3.69 | TA: 6.6 g/L | RS: 0.0 g/L
Food Pairing
Ribeye, Jambalaya, Mushroom Risotto, Soft Cheeses, Pizza and Eggplant Parmesan