.45 Heritage

2015 Texas Red Blend

The Longshot .45 Heritage is a captivating red blend from the heart of Texas, exemplifying the region's ability to produce bold and expressive wines. This vintage showcases a stunning red hue that invites you to explore its depths. On the palate, it reveals a medium-bodied character, striking a harmonious balance between its vibrant acidity and plush tannins, which lend structure without overshadowing the fruit. The wine is bursting with prominent fruit intensity, highlighting luscious notes of dark berries and ripe plums, complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness that reflect its Texan terroir. This red blend finishes with a delightful dryness, making it an excellent companion to a variety of rich and hearty dishes.

Tasting notes:

Oak

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Region:

Texas

Texas, one of the most expansive winegrowing regions in the United States, spans over 800 miles from the Gulf Coast to the Panhandle Plains. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) encompass a wide array of terroirs, from desert landscapes to fertile hill country. The warm, dry climate is moderated by the influence of the Gulf of Mexico, which sends moist air and occasional cooling breezes inland. This helps to temper the intense daytime heat, allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop deep, complex flavors. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive in the higher elevations and northern parts of Texas, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail. This diverse range of conditions enables Texas to produce a wide variety of wine styles, each reflective of its unique growing regions.

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