Wine Library Alta Loma Vineyard, La Pradera Vineyard, Moonlight Vineyard, Timmons Estate Vineyard
2021 Eclipse Blend
74% Mourvèdre, 16% Cinsault, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Carignan
- Vintage2021
- TypeRed
- AppellationTexas High Plains AVA
- VineyardAlta Loma Vineyard, La Pradera Vineyard, Moonlight Vineyard, Timmons Estate Vineyard
- DrinkNow to 2037
When to drink it
Drinking at its peak - decant recommendedNow to 2037
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
- 13.6%
- TA
- 5.5 g/L
- pH
- 3.75
- RS
- 1.84 g/L
- Cases Made
- 190
Tasting Notes
Surprising and gorgeous! Somewhere between silk and velvet, with loads of plum puree and notes of thyme and tarragon. The wine takes you on a ride, from an exploding perfume to creamy texture to tart through-line and a touch of warmth on the finish from medium alcohol.
Winemaking
All components went through a separate 48-hour cold soak before fermentation in large format oak fermenters. Aged in 15% new French oak barrels and 85% neutral oak barrels for 30 months.
Food Pairing
This wine does not need food to be enjoyable, but will pair well with the main course. Try prime rib!
The Vineyard
Moonlight Vineyard, La Pradera Vineyard, Timmons Estate Vineyard, Alta Loma Vineyard
Moonlight Vineyard, La Pradera Vineyard, Timmons Estate Vineyard, and Alta Loma Vineyard, Texas High Plains AVA. The Texas High Plains is the second largest designated grape-growing region in Texas, spanning 8 million acres. On a vast flat plain, the vineyards reach elevations of 3,000 to 4,000 feet, resulting in very balanced wines.
Elevation: 3,300 to 3,600 ft. Soil: Fine sandy loam over some caliche, clay and limestone bedrock. Age of vines: 6 to 11 years.