Wine Library / La Pradera Vineyard
2025 Cinsault Rose – La Pradera Vineyard
La Pradera Vineyard
100% Cinsault
- ABV
- 11.4%
- TA
- 6.34 g/L
- pH
- 3.44
- RS
- 0.48 g/L
- Cases Made
- 448
- Drink
- Drink now to 2031
Tasting Notes
Inviting aromas of frozen red berries, lilac, and chalk, this is a Cinsault with a delicate hand! The wine is crisp overall, with surprising weight here and there. Savory aromas come out gradually, especially on the palate where the texture is round and finish mineral. Dry.
Winemaking
Directly pressed off the skins before fermenting slowly in stainless steel tank at 58°F. Aged in stainless steel tank for a short 6 months.
Food Pairing
Pair with shellfish, caprese salads and burrata, poached lobster, and sashimi.
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 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.
La Pradera Vineyard, Terry County, Texas High Plains AVA. Age of Vines: 14 years. Soil Type: Amarillo fine sandy loam over limestone base. Elevation: 3,300 ft.