Wine Library / Bolen Vineyard, Lahey Vineyard, The Family Vineyard
2022 Hunter
Bolen Vineyard, Lahey Vineyard, The Family Vineyard
53% Merlot, 25% Malbec, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon
- ABV
- 13.4%
- TA
- 5.34 g/L
- pH
- 3.73
- RS
- 0.52 g/L
- Cases Made
- 1376
- Drink
- Now to 2035
Tasting Notes
Reviewed by James Suckling in November 2024 and scored 93 points. "A vivid, balanced and elegant Bordeaux-style blend. Bright red currants and deep blackcurrants on the nose, with focused, pure black cherries on the palate. Accents of spearmint, cocoa, thyme and mocha. Drink now or hold." - Jim Gordon Executive Director
Winemaking
Varieties: 53% Merlot, 25% Malbec, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon
Fermented in large oak fermentor for 16 days. About 20% of the blend underwent an extended maceration of 24 days. Aged for 17 months in 32% new French oak barrels and 68% neutral barrels.
ABV: 13.4% | pH 3.73 | TA: 5.34 g/L | RS: 0.52 g/L
Serve at 59°F | Decant
Food Pairing
game, mole and anything flame-grilled.
The Vineyard
AVA: Texas High Plains
The Texas High Plains is the second largest designated grape-growing region in Texas, spanning 8 million 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 a vast, flat plain, the vineyards reach elevations of 3,000 to 4,000 feet, resulting in very balanced wines.
Elevation: 3,300 ft
Soil Type: Amarillo fine sandy loam over limestone
Age of Vines: 9-11 years