2024 Mourvedre – La Pradera Vineyard

A meaty wine, with the savory characteristics of Mourvèdre. Aromas of steel, wild red berries, charred red plum, bay leaf, and birch are balanced by slowly unfolding notes of fresh linen and potent white flower. Dry, yet pleasantly round with a lingering finish of cherry preserves.

100% Mourvèdre

Picked multiple times over 3 weeks and fermented in large oak tank. Aged for 17 months in 15% new French oak barrels and 85% neutral barrels. Bottles with a splash of Roussanne for aromatics. 

ABV: 14.3% | pH: 3.74 | TA: 5.12 g/L | RS: 1.35 g/L 

Serve at 59°F | Decant

Smoked Gouda mac n' cheese topped with brisket, halloumi, and smoked herb meat dishes.

AVA: Texas High Plains

Owned by Barbara Paddack and Andy and Lauren Timmons, who also own the 18 acres of Timmons Estate Vineyard in the same County. The over 100 acres of vines at La Pradera are planted on a special soil combination: calcareous, organic, Amarillo sandy loam soil over limestone. Both sites are dedicated to grapes that can grow sustainably in the semi-arid conditions of the Texas High Plains.

La Pradera Vineyard, Terry County. Age of Vines: 14 years. Soil Type: Amarillo fine sandy loam over limestone base. Elevation: 3,300 ft.