Wine Library La Pradera Vineyard

2017 Petit Verdot – Hye Estate Vineyard

Vintage2017
TypeRed
AppellationTexas Hill Country AVA
VineyardLa Pradera Vineyard
DrinkDrink now to 2026

When to drink it

Drinking at its peak - decant recommendedDrink now to 2026

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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.

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Winemaking

100% Petite Verdot

Aged 26 months in 100% neutral oak barrels.

ABV: 14.1% | pH: 3.74 | TA: 5.7

Food Pairing

Smoked meats and spicy sausages. Strong blue-veined cheeses like Stilton and Roquefort.

The Vineyard

AVA: Texas High Plains

Established in 2010 by Mike and Barbara Paddack with the help of Texas grape-growers Andy and Lauren Timmons, who also currently manage the 120 acres. The 13 different grape varieties are planted on a special soil combination that is calcareous, organic, sandy loam over limestone that is just 2-3 feet deep in some blocks. The wines are aromatic and fresh in style.