Oklahoma isn’t the only place where the wind comes sweeping down the plain — the Texas panhandle gets more than its fair share. Still, a few intrepid wine growers brave and bend with the elements to produce some fine fruit. This offering delivers solid Tempranillo aromatics with nice spice tones, a juicy palate entry, bright acidity and supple texture. It’s got some grip that extends the finish, setting it up for the job of taming the fat on a thick tomahawk steak. Nice! Contains 73% Tempranillo, 20% Mourvedre and 7% Grenache.
C.L Butaud, Texas High Plains AVA (Texas) 2021
By Rich Cook