Made from fruit grown at Oswald Family Vineyards in the Texas High Plains, this wine is deep ruby red in color. Aromas of red and black cherries, black pepper, and leather taunt the palate. which is loaded with red cherries, strawberry, cassis and earth. The finish is moderate, and intriguing til the last drop.
We purposely cellared 96 bottles of each of these wines with the intent to re-release them to you as a special bundle! Each of these won 2 Double Gold Medals including the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Lone Star International Wine Competition, and the Houston Rodeo. We hope you enjoy these two beautiful wines!
Lucy is smooth, refreshing and slightly buttery on the palate. Expect medium plus acidity and a weighty finish. Comprised of Roussanne (50%), Viognier (30%) and Muscat Canelli (20%), grown in the Texas Hill Country on the Perissos Estate Vineyard in Burnet County. Soil type is decomposed granite gravel. Fermented at 60 degrees F; malolactic fermentation was conducted after primary; aged in stainless steel.
Comprised of 100% Picpoul Blanc, grown in the Texas High Plains at Kubacak Vineyards in Lynn County. Soil type is Amarillo fine sandy loam; vineyard elevation is 3255ft. Fermented at 57°F; Malolactic fermentation not conducted; aged in stainless steel. Wine was finished at 3.36ph.
Vineyard location: 33° 17' 02.9' N 102° 02° 12.2' W
Acacia is a very special wood in the Bible as it was the material used to build the Ark of the Covenant. For that reason we decided to experiment and age our 2018 Reserve Roussanne in Acacia barrels. This wine offers a medium body, crisp acidity and a clean finish. Grown at One Way Vineyard; soil type is Pullman clay loam; vineyard elevation is 3,140 ft. Fermented at 56 degrees F; Malolactic fermentation conducted after primary.
We've married Orange Muscat (50%) and Roussanne (50%) from the Texas High Plains to create this refreshing white wine. Expect medium plus acidity and a gentle, lingering finish. Fermented at 60 degrees F; malolactic fermentation not conducted after primary; aged in stainless steel. Wine was finished at 3.35 pH.
This vintage of Viognier is viscous and mouth coating with bright acidity, a hint of salinity and a long finish. Comprised of 100% Viognier, grown in the Texas Hill Country on the Perissos Estate Vineyard in Burnet County. Soil type is decomposed granite gravel; vineyard elevation is 900 ft. Fermented at 58 degrees F; malolactic fermentation not conducted; aged in stainless steel. Wine was finished at 3.5pH.
Comprised of Aglianico (25%), Dolcetto (25%), Montepulciano (25%) and Sangiovese (25%). Fruit sourced from the Texas High Plains. Fermented at 58°F; eight hours of skin contact; malolactic fermentation conducted after primary; aged in stainless steel. Wine was finished at 3.35pH.
This Rosé is gentle, refreshing and bright. Expect medium plus acidity and a lingering finish. Comprised of Mourvèdre (82%) and Grenache (18%), with 52% of the fruit grown in the Texas High Plains and 48% grown on the Perissos Estate Vineyard. Fermented at 60 degrees F; nine hours of skin contact; malolactic fermentation was conducted after primary; aged in stainless steel. Wine was finished at 3.2 pH.
This garnet colored estate grown Aglianico is rich and textural. On the nose, discover red fruits, saddle leather and oak. The palate follows, with an ensemble of red fruit. The solid barrel structure mixed with healthy acidity and muscular tannins are promising for a wine built for the long haul. The acidity is medium plus, and the finish is moderate to long. Enjoy!
Bella is a delicate red wine, offering elegance, with soft tannins and an off-dry finish. Comprised of Tempranillo (63%), Aglianico (14%), Viognier (14%) and Malbec (9%), grown in the Texas Hill Country on the Perissos Estate Vineyard in Burnet County. Soil type is decomposed granite gravel. Fermented at 64°F; skin contact limited to 60 hours; malolactic fermentation was conducted after primary; aged in stainless steel. Wine was finished at 3.34ph.
Grown at Brennan Vineyards in Comanche, Texas, this Malbec produces aromas of red berries, anise, tobacco and freshly ground peppercorns. The palate comes to life with flavors of dried fruits, spices and clove. The mouthfeel is full, offering robust structure, moderate acidity, rigid tannins and a long finish. The alcohol is prominent, giving this wine a viscous texture.
Grown on the Texas High Plains, this wine tosses hints of black currant, vegetal notes and eucalyptus at the nose. The palate is similar with a full body, extracted mouthfeel, moderate acidity, chewy tannins and a seductive finish.
With this barrel select, reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, expect rigid tannins, robust acidity and a lengthy finish. Comprised of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, grown at Nogalero Estate Vineyard. Soil type is Patricia fine sand; vineyard elevation is 3275ft. Fermented at 64°F; 10 days of skin contact; malolactic fermentation was conducted after primary. Barrel-aged for 24 months; wine was finished at 3.64pH.
Vineyard location: 32° 55' 20.28" N 102° 28' 8.4" W
Garnet in color, this wine presents aromas of brambly fruit, candied cherries, black peppercorns and baking spices. On the palate, find strawberries, candied cherries and baking spices. It provides medium acidity, a silky mouthfeel and a spicy finish.
We've sourced Aglianico (25%), Dolcetto (25%), Montepulciano (25%) and Sangiovese (25%) from the Texas High Plains to create this garnet colored wine. This edition of Italian Stallion is plump and fruity, with baked fruit tart being the hallmark of both the nose and the palate, along with dark fruit notes. With medium-plus acidity and tannins that are prominent and youthful, this wine has a moderately long finish.
Grown here on our estate, this light purple colored Malbec is loaded with plump black fruit. On the nose, find black currant and other dark fruits. The mouth is sensual, offering juicy black fruits, blackberry cobbler, and tangy fruit notes. The finish caresses the back of the palate all the way down. Enjoy!
We sourced beautiful fruit from the Texas High Plains for this wine, which is the first varietal Mourvèdre we have produced. This wine hints at aromas of ripe red cherries, black currant, baking spices, clove, white peppercorns and floral notes. The palate confirms the nose while offering a medium body, with moderate acidity, smooth tannins and an elegant finish.
This estate grown beauty is hauntingly dark. It is downright inky in appearance, which is a trademark of the grape variety. The nose offers nuances of black fruit, spices, vanillin and dill. The palate confirms the nose exactly, with good body, medium acidity, firm tannins and a lingering finish.
Racker’s Blend is an estate grown powerhouse! We blend 41% Aglianico, 30% Tempranillo, 15% Petite Sirah, 7% Malbec and 7% Syrah. We find aromas of black cherries, strawberries, figs, leather and earth. The palate hints at dried fruit and smokiness. Rackers is full-bodied, with an opulent mouthfeel, medium acidity, chalky tannins and a long finish.
