| Rating | 88 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Mourvèdre |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Appellation |
Texas High Plains Texas USA |
| ABV | 12.9% |
| Price | $36.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2017-12-13 |
Perfect For
Chilled Red Cravings, Drinking Outside the Lines, Wine Geeks
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Gamay , Mourvèdre , Dolcetto
William Chris Vineyards ‘Hye Pot Club Lepard Vineyards’ Mourvèdre 2015 Review
The emerging Texas wine industry is experimenting with a plethora of grape varieties, but this bottle demonstrates why Mourvèdre has quickly become a standout of the state. Pale, with fragrant blueberry fruit aromas and a savory edge, this is unlike any other Mourvèdre out there. Tart and juicy, with few tannins and bright acidity, this is more akin to a ripe, cru Beaujolais than anything else. Odd, but interesting.
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